Batman and Philosophy

The Dark Knight of the Soul

De: Mark D. White, Robert Arp

Narrado por: Mark D. White

Why doesn't Batman just kill the Joker and end everyone's misery? Can we hold the Joker morally responsible for his actions? Is Batman better than Superman? If everyone followed Batman's example, would Gotham be a better place? What is the Tao of the Bat?

Batman is one of the most complex characters ever to appear in comic books, graphic novels, and on the big screen. What philosophical trials does this superhero confront in order to keep Gotham safe? Combing through 70 years of comic books, television shows, and movies, Batman and Philosophy explores how the Dark Knight grapples with ethical conundrums, moral responsibility, his identity crisis, the moral weight he carries to avenge his murdered parents, and much more. How does this caped crusader measure up against the teachings of Plato, Aristotle, Kant, Kierkegaard, and Lao Tzu?

©2008 Mark D. White (P)2009 Audible, Inc.

great and fun book

I loved the book. The author has really done his research on thr different scenarios that helped my understanding of each chapter.

Thought-provoking Journey

Creative look at the Dark Knight via many lenses and schools of thought while at the same time being very entertaining

very fun philosophy listen

very fun philosophy listen. dense at times but so it goes. worth listening to for any bat or philosophy fan

The indepth look at Batman

Very deep and thought provoking.

I recommend to every Bat fan.

Enjoy the adventure!

It is not what I expected.

The multiple references to the comics, with specific scenes read out.

It was very easy to follow the philosophy when compared to comics I'm already very familiar with.