Basic Writings

The finest single-volume anthology of the great philosopher's work, with a new introduction by leading scholar Taylor Carman.

"Powerful and original . . . Being and Time changed the course of philosophy." -- Richard Rorty, New York Times Book Review

Basic Writings is the finest single-volume anthology of the work of Martin Heidegger, widely considered one of the most influential modern philosophers. Its selections offer a full range of the influential author's writings--including The Origin of the Work of Art, the introduction to Being and Time, What Is Metaphysics?, Letter on Humanism, The Question Concerning Technology, The Way to Language, and The End of Philosophy. Featuring a foreword by Heidegger scholar Taylor Carman, this essential collection provides readers with a concise introduction to the groundbreaking philosophy of this brilliant and essential thinker.