Iron Man and Philosophy

Facing the Stark Reality

By: William Irwin (Editor), Mark D. White (Editor)

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Paperback | 26 March 2010 | Edition Number 1

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This title presents the first look at the philosophy behind 'The Iron Man' comics and movies, timed for the release of 'Iron Man 2' in March 2010. On the surface, Iron Man appears to be a straightforward superhero, another rich guy fighting crime with fancy gadgets. But beneath the shiny armor and flashy technology lies Tony Stark, brilliant inventor and eccentric playboy, struggling to balance his desires, addictions, and relationships with his duties as the Armored Avenger. 'Iron Man and Philosophy' explores the many philosophical issues that emerge from the essential conflicts found in the decades of Iron Man stories in comics and movies.

What kind of moral compass does Tony Stark have? Is Iron Man responsible for the death of Captain America after the Marvel Universe 'Civil War'? Should people like Stark run the world? How does Tony's alcoholism impact his performance as Iron Man, and what does it say about moral character? Ultimately, what can Iron Man teach us about the role of technology in society?

As absorbing as 'Iron Man' comic books and movies, 'Iron Man and Philosophy': gives you a new perspective on Iron Man characters, story lines, and themes; shows what philosophical heavy hitters such as Aristotle, Locke, and Heidegger can teach us about Tony Stark/Iron Man; and, considers issues such as addiction, personal responsibility, the use of technology, and the role of government. Whether you've been reading the comic books for years or have gotten into Iron Man through the movies, 'Iron Man and Philosophy' is a must-have companion for every fan.

About The Author: Mark D. White is a professor in the Department of Political Science, Economics, and Philosophy at the College of Staten Island/CUNY. He coedited Batman and Philosophy and edited Watchmen and Philosophy. William Irwin is a professor of philosophy at King's College in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. He originated the philosophy and popular culture genre of books as coeditor of the bestselling The Simpsons and Philosophy and has overseen recent titles, including Batman and Philosophy, House and Philosophy, and Watchmen and Philosophy.

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