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24 and Philosophy: The World According to Jack
24 and Philosophy: The World According to Jack (The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series)
Jennifer Hart Weed (Editor), Richard Brian Davis (Editor), Ronald Weed (Editor)
Publisher: Blackwell
ISBN: 1405171049   DDC: 791.4572   Edition: Paperback; 2007-11-27

Summary:

24 and Philosophy is a book you just can't do without. It's all here,
folks: the reason Presidents trust him; how Jack cuts through the
lies and ambiguities; why he puts his life on the line for others;
and how he knows which knee cap to blow out to get that all-important
next lead. With the help of twenty "24 crazed" philosophers, you'll
figure out what makes this guy tick, and much much more. A witty, but
philosophical exploration of the popular television series 24, now in
its sixth season Addresses pressing ethical issues relating to
torture, terrorism and warfare Raises fascinating questions about
knowledge, loyalty, and suspicion Explores in-depth the character and
behaviour of Jack Bauer Written by philosophers who are all serious
fans of the show

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Dewey Class: 791.4572 -- Public performances

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Physical Description: 224 pages
Edition Info: Paperback; 2007-11-27

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