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Existentialism from Dostoevsky to Sartre
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A comprehensive exploration of existentialist thought, examining key works by influential philosophers such as Dostoevsky and Sartre.

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  1. How does Dostoevsky explore existential themes in his novels?
  2. What are some of the major differences between the existential philosophies of Dostoevsky and Sartre?
  3. How does Sartre's concept of radical freedom relate to existentialism?
  4. Discuss the role of authenticity in existentialism, as discussed by Kaufmann.
  5. What are some of the key existentialist ideas presented by Nietzsche and Kierkegaard?
  6. In what ways does existentialism challenge traditional notions of morality and ethics?
  7. How does the concept of the absurd, as described by Camus, contribute to existentialist thought?
  8. Explain the concept of bad faith and its significance in existential philosophy.
  9. Discuss the influence of existentialism on literature and art during the 20th century.
  10. How does Kaufmann critique and analyze the existentialist ideas of various philosophers in his book?