Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Merleau-Ponty and Phenomenology of Perception

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Maurice Merleau-Ponty (1908 1961) is hailed as one of the key philosophers of the twentieth century. Phenomenology of Perception is his most famous and influential work, and an essential text for anyone seeking to understand phenomenology. In this GuideBook Komarine Romdenh-Romluc introduces and assesses:Merleau-Pontys life and the background to his philosophythe key themes and arguments of Phenomenology of Perceptionthe continuing importance of Merleau-Pontys work to philosophy.Merleau-Ponty and Phenomenology of Perception is an ideal starting point for anyone coming to his great work for the first time. It is essential reading for students of Merleau-Ponty, phenomenology and related subjects in the Humanities and Social Sciences.