| Title | : | 24 and Philosophy: The World According to Jack |
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| ISBN | : | 1405171049 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9781405171045 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 |
| Publication | : | First published November 19, 2007 |
A witty, but philosophical exploration of the popular television series "24," now in its sixth season
Addresses pressing ethical issues relating to torture, terrorism and warfare
Raises fascinating questions about knowledge, loyalty, and suspicion
Explores in-depth the character and behaviour of Jack Bauer
Written by philosophers who are all serious fans of the show
24 and Philosophy: The World According to Jack Reviews
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Pop culture, philosophy and ethics, what's not to like? Is Jack Bauer Kantian or Utilitarian? What would Nietzsche make of the way characters are treated? These are some of the conversations I've had with my wife during 24 but now writ large with searchable references.
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this book really inspired me because it was all essays on 24 the series. i am a big fan of the TV series of 24 because i have a big crush on Kiefer Sutherland at the moment. i really loved the way that all the philosopher's really delved deep into all the research and i have learned quite a few new words like "oxymoron", "paradoxically" and mnay others, which i don't know how to pronounce. some parts of this book i found rather funny actually and other parts made me feel like i was listening to all that they were saying. one part i did love was that they looked back in the scenes and they made quite a few comparisons with how the character JACK BAUER would do in this kind of scenario. i also loved the way they remembered the quotes that were mentioned, like,"Shut up stupid, you just fired at a federal agent" or "If you lay a hand on me, you'll be taken off the case."
i found this book interesting, intriguing and a riveting read. it kept my attention a lot because i have loved reading this kind of book. i don't usually read anything to do with philosophy, but this really gripped me with interest, intrigue, and i was riveted. i really recommend this book to anyone in the philosophy world because i think people don't give enough credit to these philosophers and what they have to say. My Godfather, Bob Kirkwood would like this type of book to read if only he would watch the 24 series, so i hope he will. -
A fun and thoughtful look at a classic contemporary TV series. Standout essays include Brandon Claycomb and Greig Mulberry's take on Jack Bauer as an "anti-Eichmann"; Read Mercer Schuchardt's perspective on the series as a chronicle of the cell phone's takeover of contemporary life; and Stephen de Wijze's look at the problem of "dirty hands" in the world of "24". Essential reading for any thoughtful hard-core fan, and engaging for anyone interested in popular philosophy.
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This book comes from a philosophical perspective on the television show "24." It talks about topics such as torture techniques used to gain information and help save the greater good due to terrorism. It also talks about the character of Jack Bauer and how he uses some of these techniques to protect people he loves. All in all, a good thinking book about one of my favorite shows!