Aristotle & The Walking Dead: The Nature of Life
- Degrees of Life: Aristotle classifies life into three levels: vegetative, animal, and rational. Zombies challenge this classification, existing between life and death.
- Ethics in Survival: Morgan’s choice to spare his zombified wife reflects Aristotle’s concept of phronesis (practical wisdom), where morality adapts to context.
- Catharsis & Storytelling: Aristotle’s Poetics explains how tragedy purges emotions. The Walking Dead evokes fear and pity, compelling viewers to reflect on their own survival instincts.
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Philosophy Explained with TV Series by Tommaso Ariemma connects great philosophers to modern TV series, making complex ideas accessible. From Plato and Black Mirror to Machiavelli and Game of Thrones, the book reveals how philosophy shapes our worldview, offering fresh insights through popular narratives.
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