About the book
HOUSE AND PHILOSOPHY
Is being nice overrated?
Are we really just selfish, base animals crawling across Earth in a meaningless existence?
Would reading less and watching more television be good for you?
Is House a master of Eastern philosophy or just plain rude?
Dr. Gregory House is arguably the most complex and challenging antihero in the history of television, but is there more to this self-important genius than gray matter and ego? This book takes a deeper look at House to reveal the philosophical underpinnings of this popular medical drama and its cane-waving curmudgeon’s most outrageous behavior. What emerges is a remarkable character who is part Sherlock Holmes, part Socratic philosopher, part Nietzschean superman, part Taoist rhetorician, and not at all as screwed up as you might think. With everything from Aristotle to Zen, House and Philosophy takes an engaging look at everyone’s favorite misanthropic genius and his team at Princeton-Plainsboro Hospital.
To learn more about the Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture series,
visit www.andphilosophy.com
Editions of House and Philosophy
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780470316603
- EBook
- ISBN 9780470730218
- EBook
- ISBN 9780470730195
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HOUSE AND PHILOSOPHY
Is being nice overrated?
Are we really just selfish, base animals crawling across Earth in a meaningless existence?
Would reading less and watching more television be good for you?
Is House a master of Eastern philosophy or just plain rude?
Dr. Gregory House is arguably the most complex and challenging antihero in the history of television, but is there more to this self-important genius than gray matter and ego? This book takes a deeper look at House to reveal the philosophical underpinnings of this popular medical drama and its cane-waving curmudgeon’s most outrageous behavior. What emerges is a remarkable character who is part Sherlock Holmes, part Socratic philosopher, part Nietzschean superman, part Taoist rhetorician, and not at all as screwed up as you might think. With everything from Aristotle to Zen, House and Philosophy takes an engaging look at everyone’s favorite misanthropic genius and his team at Princeton-Plainsboro Hospital.
To learn more about the Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture series,
visit www.andphilosophy.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is House and Philosophy about?
HOUSE AND PHILOSOPHY
Is being nice overrated?
Are we really just selfish, base animals crawling across Earth in a meaningless existence?
Would reading less and watching more television be good for you?
Is House a master of Eastern philosophy or just plain rude?
Dr. Gregory House is arguably the most complex and challenging antihero in the history of television, but is there more to this self-important genius than gray matter and ego? This book takes a deeper look at House to reveal the philosophical underpinnings of this popular medical drama and its cane-waving curmudgeon’s most outrageous behavior. What emerges is a remarkable character who is part Sherlock Holmes, part Socratic philosopher, part Nietzschean superman, part Taoist rhetorician, and not at all as screwed up as you might think. With everything from Aristotle to Zen, House and Philosophy takes an engaging look at everyone’s favorite misanthropic genius and his team at Princeton-Plainsboro Hospital.
To learn more about the Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture series,
visit www.andphilosophy.com
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in House and Philosophy?
Philosophy and Religion > Philosophy
Where can I read a sample of House and Philosophy?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780470316603
Is House and Philosophy part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
Who is/are the Author/s of the book House and Philosophy?
Henry Jacoby
Who is the Publisher of the book House and Philosophy?
Wiley
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
House and Philosophy is available as paperback(ISBN 9780470316603) and ebook(ISBN 9780470730218) and ebook(ISBN 9780470730195)
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