Hi. I’ve been on an existentialism kick lately and I find it compelling and a lot of older philosophers and literary figures get labeled honorary existentialists (Dostoyevsky, Nietzsche, Kierkegaard,…). Almost to the point where it seems like anything could go under this umbrella if you squint hard enough.
Are there any particularly “anti” existentialist novels or philosophers? I’m not really looking for arguments against existentialism; more examples of works of philosophy or art as far removed from existentialism as possible.
If I were smarter it would be obvious. I’m guessing most any deeply religious work focused on heavenly rewards would fit the bill.
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Reply to /r/philosophy Open Discussion Thread | October 24, 2022 by BernardJOrtcutt
Hi. I’ve been on an existentialism kick lately and I find it compelling and a lot of older philosophers and literary figures get labeled honorary existentialists (Dostoyevsky, Nietzsche, Kierkegaard,…). Almost to the point where it seems like anything could go under this umbrella if you squint hard enough.
Are there any particularly “anti” existentialist novels or philosophers? I’m not really looking for arguments against existentialism; more examples of works of philosophy or art as far removed from existentialism as possible.
If I were smarter it would be obvious. I’m guessing most any deeply religious work focused on heavenly rewards would fit the bill.