Jean-Paul Sartre: Basic Writings

Jean-Paul Sartre: Basic Writings by Jean-Paul Sartre. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780415213684.

Jean-Paul Sartre is one of the most famous philosophers of the twentieth century. The principle founder of existentialism, a political thinker and famous novelist and dramatist, his work has exerted enormous influence in philosophy, literature, politics and cultural studies. Jean-Paul Sartre: Basic Writings is the first collection of Sartres key philosophical writings and provides an indispensable resource for all students and readers of his work. Stephen Priests clear and helpful introductions set each reading in context, making the volume an ideal companion to those coming to Sartres writings for the first time.