PHILOSOPHY AND LITERATURE: EXPLORING ONTOLOGY, AESTHETICS AND HERMENEUTICS

In Philosophy and Literature, Alexis Karpouzos embarks on a sweeping intellectual and poetic journey that bridges the timeless questions of philosophy with the evocative power of literature. This work is a profound meditation on being, beauty, interpretation, and ethics—an invitation to explore the depths of human consciousness through the twin lenses of reason and imagination.

Drawing inspiration from the great minds of the 19th and 20th centuries, Karpouzos engages in a vibrant dialogue with thinkers and writers who shaped modern thought. From the existential inquiries of Søren Kierkegaard and Friedrich Nietzsche to the ontological investigations of Martin Heidegger, and the hermeneutic insights of Hans-Georg Gadamer and Paul Ricoeur, the book traces the philosophical lineage that interrogates the nature of truth, morality, and meaning. But this is not philosophy in isolation. Karpouzos brings literature into the conversation with equal reverence. He reflects on the poetic mysticism of William Blake, the moral complexity of Fyodor Dostoevsky, the symbolic depth of James Joyce, and the existential lyricism of Rainer Maria Rilke. The book also resonates with the modernist fragmentation of Virginia Woolf, the mythic consciousness of Carl Jung, and the metaphysical yearning of T.S. Eliot. These literary voices are not merely referenced—they are woven into the philosophical fabric of the text, creating a multidimensional dialogue that transcends disciplinary boundaries.

Alexis Karpouzos does not offer definitive answers. Instead, he invites readers into a contemplative space where questions are cherished more than conclusions. His prose is poetic, his reasoning intuitive, and his vision deeply humanistic. This is a book for seekers—those who find solace in ambiguity, who believe that truth is not a fixed point but a horizon we move toward through dialogue, reflection, and imagination.

Whether you're a philosopher, a literary scholar, or simply a curious soul drawn to the mysteries of existence, Philosophy and Literature offers a luminous guide through the labyrinth of thought and feeling. It is a celebration of the human spirit’s capacity to wonder, to create, and to connect.

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Rafbók: 15 augusti 2025