Thursday, July 25

Global Philosophy: Existentialism and Freedom

Part of a series on Global Philosophy, in which we seek to explore the history of ideas from cultures across history and the globe.

By Darren Harper

Date and time

Thursday, July 25 · 10am - 12pm GMT+1

Location

Jesmond Library

Saint George's Terrace Jesmond NE2 2DL United Kingdom

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About this event

2 hours

How does existentialism challenge societal norms? In what ways can we find meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe? Through lively discussions and insightful analysis, we will delve into the concepts of individual freedom, responsibility, and the profound search for existential meaning. Uncover new perspectives and engage in stimulating dialogue in this enriching journey of philosophical discovery.

Organized by

Darren Harper

Darren holds a BA (Hons) English & Creative Writing (1st class), a PGCE in Lifelong Learning, and has been an adult education teacher for 10 years. He teaches courses in Philosophy, Literature and Creative Writing at residential colleges across the UK, including Dillington House (Somerset), Higham Hall (Cumbria), Knuston Hall (Northamptonshire) and Marlborough College (Wiltshire), as well study days at various independent libraries including the Birmingham & Midland Institute, the Morrab Library `(Penzance, Cornwall), the Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Instituion and the Guidford Institute. You can find out more at darrenharper.net, which includes details of on-line courses as well. Darren has almost completed his first book, Encounters and Reflections: An Introduction to Philosophy, which will be published in 2022.