E-Books →Phenomenology The Basics

This lucid book provides an introduction to the core ideas of phenomenology and to the arguments of its principal thinkers, including Husserl, Heidegger, and Merleau-Ponty. Written by a leading expert in the field, Dan Zahavi examines and explains key questions such as:What is a phenomenological analysis?What are the methodological foundations of phenomenology?What does phenomenology have to say about intentionality, embodiment, intersubjectivity, and the lifeworld?How do ideas from classic phenomenology relate to ongoing debates in qualitative research and the cognitive sciences?This second edition has been thoroughly revised and expanded. It contains a new chapter on critical phenomenology and updated discussions of the application of phenomenology in psychiatry, psychology, and qualitative research.
Including a glossary of key terms and suggestions for further reading, Phenomenology: The Basics is a superb starting point for anyone seeking a concise and accessible introduction to this rich and fascinating subject.