Using a representative selection of the works of Kierkegaard, Dostoevsky and Camus, we will study and discuss some of the texts, problems, and issues that have come to be identified with the philosophy of existentialism. In particular we will concentrate on existentialist perspectives on human nature, reason, and action. Since many of our works are literary in character we will also consider the relationship between philosophy and literature.
Attendance is important.
You are expected to come to each class session. If a students absences become excessive her or his whole class grade will be lowered.