The Philosophy of The X-Files
- ISBN-10
- 0813136342
- ISBN-13
- 9780813136349
- Category
- Performing Arts
- Pages
- 314
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2009-03-27
- Publisher
- University Press of Kentucky
- Author
- Dean A. Kowalski
Description
In The Philosophy of The X-Files, Dean A. Kowalski has gathered a remarkable cast of contributors to shed light on the philosophical mysteries of the television show The X-Files. With sections devoted to the show's credos, such as "The Truth Is Out There," individual characters, and specific episodes, The Philosophy of The X-Files illuminates the philosophical assumptions and presuppositions of the show as well as presents discussions through the show to help the reader better understand philosophy and philosophical inquiry.
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