WILLIAM IRWIN

Subtitled, "I'll Be Back, Therefore I Am". Answers to puzzling philosophical questions timed to coincide with the release of "Terminator Salvation" on May 22nd.

" X-Men" is one of the most popular comic book franchises ever, with successful spin-offs that...

NEW BLOOD EDITION: Contains three new chapters from Season 3.This new edition is available as an E-BOOK ONLY and contains three chapters not found in the print book!The first look at the philosophical issues behind Charlaine Harris's New York Times bestsellers The Southern Vampire Mysteries and the True Blood television series!Teeming with compl...

The first look at the philosophy behind the Iron Man comics and movies, timed for the release of Iron Man 2 in March 2010On 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 playbo...

A fascinating exploration of the philosophy behind NBC’s hit TV series, 30 RockWith edgy writing and a great cast, 30 Rock is one of the funniest television shows on the air—and where hilarity ensues, philosophical questions abound: Are Liz Lemon and Jack Donaghy ethical heroes? Kenneth redefines ""goody two shoes"", but what does it really mean...

The first look at the philosophy behind Stephenie Meyer's bestselling Twilight seriesBella and Edward, and their family and friends, have faced countless dangers and philosophical dilemmas in Stephenie Meyer's Twilight novels. This book is the first to explore them, drawing on the wisdom of philosophical heavyweights to answer essential question...

The perfect companion to Lewis Carroll's classic book and director Tim Burton's March 2010 remake of Alice in WonderlandAlice?s Adventures in Wonderland has fascinated children and adults alike for generations. Why does Lewis Carroll introduce us to such oddities as blue caterpillars who smoke hookahs, cats whose grins remain after their heads h...

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 o...