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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 questions such as: What do the struggles of "vegetarian" vampires who control their biological urge for human blood say about free will? Are vampires morally absolved if they kill only animals and not people? From a feminist perspective, is Edward a romantic hero or is he just a stalker? Is Jacob "better" for Bella than Edward?As absorbing as the Meyer novels themselves, Twilight and Philosophy:Gives you a new perspective on Twilight characters, storylines, and themesHelps you gain fresh insights into the Twilight novels and moviesFeatures an irresistible combination of vampires, romance, and philosophyTwilight and Philosophy is a must-have companion for every Twilight fan, whether you're new to the series or have followed it since the beginning.
About the Author
Rebecca Housel, Ph. D. is an author and editor of both fiction and nonfiction in popular culture, philosophy, film, and more. Housel was a teacher and a professor of English for fifteen years. Housel is listed in the Directory of American Poets and writers for her works in nonfiction and is a sponsored member of the National Association of Science Writers for her essays on cancer. Housel attended the University of Rochester in New York and received her BA and MA in English; she also attended the prestigious University of New South Wales School of English, Media and the Performing Arts in Sydney, Australia, earning an interdisciplinary Doctorate blending medicine with sociological perspectives through narrative.Housel's renown as a feminist scholar and social theorist: "Superheroes and philosophers have a lot in common; both strive to help humanity and both are predominantly male" (from Housel's co-authored chapter in Mark White's Iron Man & Philosophy, March 2010).Before becoming a professor and published author, Housel worked as a stand-up comedian in Boston, Massachusetts at Nick's Comedy Stop on Warrenton Avenue.
