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Chuck, Appearance and Reality

Chuck, Appearance and Reality

Kelly Dean Jolley

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University of Exeter Press
Año de edición:
2026
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Filosofía
ISBN:
9781804132357

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How can we know the minds of others? How can we make our own mind known?On the face of it, Chuck appears to be a fun and funny network TV show merging spy thriller with romantic comedy, a piece of popular art. But the show reveals hidden depths, exploring paradoxes of the human condition in each episode, and justifying a closer reading.This book uncovers the density and resonance of this beloved TV show through a full-length study rooted in ordinary language philosophy. Chuck’s journey from ’Everyman’ to reluctant spy, constantly grappling with the blurred lines between his real life and his espionage adventures, is rich material for philosophical reflection. The book delves into the show’s intricate narrative and character arcs, unearthing profound insights into themes of appearance and reality, trust, identity and the complexities of human connection. By paying close attention to language and dialogue, the book exposes the plights of minds that the characters’ words reveal and conceal.Kelly Dean Jolley, the author, has written extensively on Wittgenstein and ordinary language (everyday) philosophy, as well as on Seinfeld and The Simpsons. This volume will appeal to those interested in Chuck, TV-Philosophy, and the problem of other minds. It is written to be accessible to any reflective reader.

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