Book description
The first unauthorized look at the philosophy behind Heroes,
one of TV's most popular shows
When ordinary individuals from around the world inexplicably develop
superhuman abilities, they question who they are, struggle to cope
with new responsibilities, and decide whether to use their new power
for good or for evil. Every episode of Tim Kring's hit TV show
Heroes is a philosophical quandary. Heroes and
Philosophy is the first book to analyze how philosophy makes this
show so compelling. It lets you examine questions crucial to our
existence as thinking, rational beings. Is the Company evil, or good?
Does Hiro really have a destiny? Do we? Is it okay to lie in order to
hide your powers or save the world? Heroes and Philosophy
offers answers to these and other intriguing questions.
- Brings the insight of history's philosophical heavyweights such
as Plato and Nietzche to Heroes characters and settings
- Adds a fun and fascinating dimension to your understanding of
the show
- Expands your thinking about Heroes as the series expands
from graphic and text novels to action figures and a video game
Whether you're new to Heroes or have been a fan since day one,
this book will take your enjoyment of the show to the next level.
David Kyle Johnson is an assistant professor of
philosophy at King's College in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. He has
contributed to several books in the Blackwell Philosophy and Pop
Culture series, including Family Guy and Philosophy and The
Office and Philosophy.
William Irwin is a professor of philosophy at King's College.
He originated the philosophy and popular culture genre of books as
coeditor of the bestselling The Simpsons and Philosophy and has
overseen recent titles, including Batman and Philosophy,
House and Philosophy, and Watchmen and Philosophy.
