Sons of Anarchy and Philosophy

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Sons of Anarchy and Philosophy delves into the philosophical themes and ethical questions that arise in the popular TV series. The book explores complex issues like loyalty, morality, and identity within the outlaw motorcycle club environment. Academics and philosophers draw connections between the characters' actions and theories from famous philosophers, offering readers a blend of entertainment and intellectual engagement.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by exploring philosophical themes through the lens of a gripping television series. It delves into deep moral dilemmas, societal structures, and personal identity by intertwining philosophical insights with the intense, dramatic world of an outlaw motorcycle club. This is perfect for fans who love to question the underlying beliefs and ethical challenges within their favourite narratives.

Sons of Anarchy and Philosophy

Brains before bullets ancient and modern wisdom for mechanics and motorcycle enthusiasts Essential reading for fans of the show, this book takes readers deeper into the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, the Teller-Morrow family, and the ethics that surround their lives and activities.

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Brains before bullets – ancient and modern wisdom for “mechanics and motorcycle enthusiasts”

Essential reading for fans of the show, this book takes readers deeper into the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, the Teller-Morrow family, and the ethics that surround their lives and activities.

Provides fascinating moral insights into Sons of Anarchy, its key characters, plot lines, and ideas.

Investigates compelling philosophical issues centring on loyalty, duty, the ethics of war, authority, religion, and whether the ends justify the means.

Teaches complex philosophical ideas in a way that’s accessible to the general interest reader in order to inspire them to further reading of the great philosophers.

Authors use their deep knowledge of the show to illuminate themes that are not always apparent even to die-hard fans.

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Sons of Anarchy and Philosophy is met with intrigue from readers who appreciate its exploration of deeper philosophical themes woven into the gritty narrative of the iconic television series. Reviewers find the analysis thought-provoking, considering how the series' complex characters and moral dilemmas echo philosophical ideas. It's praised for its engaging and accessible approach, appealing both to fans of the show and those interested in philosophy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118641576

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 October 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Contributors:

Series edited by William Irwin
Edited by Jason T. Eberl
Edited by George A. Dunn

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 372g

Pages: 272

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Series: The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series

About the Author

George A. Dunn is a lecturer at the University ofIndianapolis and Ningbo Institute of Technology, ZhejiangUniversity, China, and a writer on pop culture and philosophy. Heis an editor of The Hunger Games and Philosophy(Wiley-Blackwell, 2012) and True Blood and Philosophy(Wiley-Blackwell, 2010) and has contributed chapters to many otherbooks in the Blackwell Philosophy & Pop Culture series,including books on Terminator, Iron Man,Battlestar Galactica, and Mad Men. Jason T. Eberl is Associate Professor of Philosophy atIndiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis. He is the editorof Battlestar Galactica and Philosophy (Wiley-Blackwell,2008) and co-editor (with Kevin S. Decker) of Star Wars andPhilosophy (2005) and Star Trek and Philosophy (2008).He has also written essays for similar volumes on HarryPotter, Metallica, Stanley Kubrick, The Hunger Games,Terminator, and Avatar. William Irwin is Professor of Philosophy at King sCollege. He originated the philosophy and popular culture genre ofbooks as coeditor of the bestselling The Simpsons andPhilosophy and has overseen recent titles including Supermanand Philosophy, Black Sabbath and Philosophy, andSpider-Man and Philosophy.