Nothing Lasts, But Nothing Ever Ends: New Arguments for the Continued Existence of the Past - Paperback

by Benjamin Andrae (Author)

Does only the present exist? Or does the past exist as well?

This classic question of philosophy is discussed in an accessible manner, which does not presume special prior knowledge. Instead, the book presents a serious discussion of this question in the context of our own lived experience: the existence of the past is connected to the meaning of life, death and personal identity. "Of all the subjects that philosophers, physicists, and theologians have debated, the discussion of time has for me been the most fascinating. This book is an inspired contribution to this centuries-old discussion." - Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier, from the foreword.

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Does only the present exist? Or does the past exist as well?

This classic question of philosophy is discussed in an accessible manner, which does not presume special prior knowledge. Instead, the book presents a serious discussion of this question in the context of our own lived experience: the existence of the past is connected to the meaning of life, death and personal identity.

"Of all the subjects that philosophers, physicists, and theologians have debated, the discussion of time has for me been the most fascinating. This book is an inspired contribution to this centuries-old discussion." - Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier, from the foreword.

The Author
Dr. Benjamin Andrae holds a diploma in physics from the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich and a baccalaureate and a PhD in philosophy from the Munich School of Philosophy. He works as CEO of METRUM, a management consulting company focused on the public cultural sector. In this role, he has been responsible for projects supporting many of Germany's top cultural institutions, such as the documenta or the Bavarian State Opera. He is also CEO of the Philosophia-Verlag.

Author Biography

Dr. Benjamin Andrae holds a diploma in physics from the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich and a baccalaureate and a PhD in philosophy from the Munich School of Philosophy. He works as CEO of METRUM, a management consulting company focused on the public cultural sector. In this role, he was responsible for projects to support many of Germany's top cultural institutions, such as the documenta or the Bavarian State Opera. He is also CEO of the Philosophia-Verlag.