Book description
An unauthorized look behind one of the greatest video game franchises
of all time,
Final Fantasy
The Final Fantasy universe is packed with compelling
characters and incredible storylines. In this book, you'll take a
fascinating look at the deeper issues that Final Fantasy forces
players to think about while trying to battle their way to the next
level, such as: Does Cloud really exist (or should we really care)? Is
Kefka really insane? Are Moogles part of a socialist conspiracy? Does
the end of the game justify the means?
As Mages, Moogles, fiends, and Kefka are mashed together with the
likes of Machiavelli, Marx, Foucault, and Kafka, you'll delve into
crucial topics such as madness, nihilism, environmental ethics,
Shintoism, the purpose of life, and much more.
- Examines the philosophical issues behind one of the world's
oldest and most popular video-game series
- Offers new perspectives on Final Fantasy characters and themes
- Gives you a psychological advantage--or at least a philosophical
one--against your Final Fantasy enemies
- Allows you to apply the wisdom of centuries of philosophy to any
game in the series, including Final Fantasy XIII
Guaranteed to add a new dimension to your understanding of the
Final Fantasy universe, this book is the ultimate companion
to the ultimate video-game series.
Jason P. Blahuta is an associate professor of
philosophy at Lakehead University and has contributed to Battlestar
Galactica and Philosophy and Terminator and Philosophy.
Michel S. Beaulieu is an assistant professor of history at
Lakehead University.
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.
