Description
Pokemon is one of the most amazing pop culture phenomena of our epoch, with deep metaphysical roots and profound philosophical implications. Pokemon and Philosophy celebrates this cultural icon while helping its readers unpack the hidden secrets of Pokemon.
About the Author
Nicolas Michaud an assistant professor of philosophy at Florida State College. Nicolas Michaud has edited Batman, Superman, and Philosophy: Badass or Boyscout (2016), Discworld and Philosophy: Reality Is Not What It Seems (2016), and Frankenstein and Philosophy: The Shocking Truth (2013). He co-edited, with Jennifer Watkins, Iron Man vs. Captain America and Philosophy: Give Me Liberty or Keep Me Safe (2018). Dr. Michaud regularly appears on WJCT Jacksonville radio discussing film and philosophy, and currently resides in Jacksonville, FL.
Reviews
"There's more to the Pokemon universe than most people realize, as this fascinating book makes abundantly clear; arguments for god's existence, debates about personal identity, dialogues regarding free will...there's even some plant philosophy." -Robert Arp, author of "1001 Ideas that Changed the Way We Think" (2013)
Book Information
ISBN 9781637700730
Author Michaud Nicolas
Format Paperback
Page Count 240
Imprint Open Universe
Publisher Carus Books
Series Pop Culture and Philosophy
Dimensions(mm) 228mm * 152mm * 12mm
In this collection of essays, modern-day philosophers examine and dissect the video game extravaganza. They explore its creators' original intent to entertain audiences, as well as examine the expansion of the Pokemon empire and its various wide-reaching effects on Western popular culture.
Using a collection of diverse backgrounds, cutting-edge arguments, and convictions, Pokemon and Philosophy encourages its readers to stay curious and to explore the world of Pokemon a little further in our attempt to philosophically 'catch 'em all'! This is the latest edition in our series, Pop Culture and Philosophy.
About the Author
Nicolas Michaud an assistant professor of philosophy at Florida State College. Nicolas Michaud has edited Batman, Superman, and Philosophy: Badass or Boyscout (2016), Discworld and Philosophy: Reality Is Not What It Seems (2016), and Frankenstein and Philosophy: The Shocking Truth (2013). He co-edited, with Jennifer Watkins, Iron Man vs. Captain America and Philosophy: Give Me Liberty or Keep Me Safe (2018). Dr. Michaud regularly appears on WJCT Jacksonville radio discussing film and philosophy, and currently resides in Jacksonville, FL.
Reviews
"There's more to the Pokemon universe than most people realize, as this fascinating book makes abundantly clear; arguments for god's existence, debates about personal identity, dialogues regarding free will...there's even some plant philosophy." -Robert Arp, author of "1001 Ideas that Changed the Way We Think" (2013)
Book Information
ISBN 9781637700730
Author Michaud Nicolas
Format Paperback
Page Count 240
Imprint Open Universe
Publisher Carus Books
Series Pop Culture and Philosophy
Dimensions(mm) 228mm * 152mm * 12mm
