On Escape

Discover the profound insights of Emmanuel Levinas in his thought-provoking work, On Escape, published by Stanford University Press in 2003. This new edition spans 277 pages and marks Levinas's first significant departure from the ontological preoccupations that have long dominated Western philosophy. In On Escape, Levinas explores the essential need to transcend the confines of being, offering readers a fresh perspective on existence. He not only advocates for this necessary escape but also provides a meaningful direction for understanding it. Engage with Levinas's philosophical journey and uncover the depths of metaphysical inquiry that challenge conventional thought. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, metaphysics, and the evolution of Western thought.