Philosophy as World Literature – eBook

Description

**Book Description:**

What does it mean to delve into philosophy not merely as a form of literature but as a component of world literature? The contributors to this thought-provoking collection investigate philosophy through the concept of “worlding” in literature—examining the intricate connections that span across global literary networks. These connections transcend borders, intertwine narratives, and communicate through various translations and dialects.

Historically, some of the most impactful philosophical works—from Augustine’s *Confessions* to Plato’s *Dialogues*, and from Nietzsche’s sharp aphorisms to Sartre’s profound plays—are not only philosophical treatises but are also quintessential examples of literature, and by extension, they embody the essence of world literature. **_Philosophy as World Literature_ (PDF)** offers rich explorations of how this process of “worlding” challenges the traditional national divisions of philosophical thought. It also raises fresh questions and perspectives on the dynamic interplay between philosophy and literature.

### Reviews

“_This is a timely, important, and much-needed collection of essays that not only builds bridges between literature and philosophy, but stresses the importance of global networks for both fields._” — Susan Bassnett, Professor of Comparative Literature, University of Glasgow, UK, and President of the British Comparative Literature Association

“_Definitely those of us who have long argued for the sisterhood of literature and philosophy—and labored to contribute to the tradition of an American philosophical fiction—will welcome_ **Philosophy as World Literature** _with a cheer. But everyone and anyone who cares deeply about literature and philosophy will be grateful for this expansive, essential, and magnificent collection of illuminating essays._” — Charles Johnson, Emeritus Professor of English, University of Washington, USA

“_**Philosophy as World Literature** is a significant contemporary engagement in the ongoing debate between poets and philosophers. By reconceptualizing their relationship through the shared challenge of ‘worlding,’ it moves beyond traditional arguments regarding universality, addressing pressing issues such as migration, translation, colonization, and alterity. Consequently, the significance of a philosophical work’s text or a novel’s inherent philosophical qualities is shaped, prior to any theoretical discourse, by the realities of its translation, publication, and circulation in global networks._” — Ralph M. Berry, Emeritus Professor of English, Florida State University, USA

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This collection is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of global literature and philosophy, shedding light on the nuanced relationships that shape our understanding of both fields.