24 And Philosophy: The World According To Jack( Series - Blackwell Philosophy And Popculture Series )

The Los Angeles Counter-Terrorism Unit (CTU) is on high alert now that 24 and Philosophy has been released to the public. Better hold your breath as such dangerous philosophers as Aristotle, Hobbes, Kant and Nietzsche infiltrate the CTU. Join them as they investigate Jack Bauer, asking the big questions of philosophy.

Along the way, we'll want to know why the American Presidents trust Jack Bauer and whether they ought to? What does he have to know to cut through lies and ambiguities? When he saves lives by risking lives, is he justified or just lucky? When he puts his life on the line, is he crazy or courageous? And how could he know which knee cap to blow out to get that all-important next lead?? With the help of this volume, you don't need a security clearance to learn about philosophy.

"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