"One of the most profound thinkers of the 20th century." -- New
York Times
The finest single-volume anthology of the great philosopher's work,
with a new introduction by leading Heidegger scholar Taylor Carman
Basic Writings is the finest single-volume anthology of the work of
Martin Heidegger, widely considered one of the most important 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." This essential collection provides readers
with a concise introduction to the groundbreaking philosophy of this
brilliant and essential thinker.