Johnny Cash and Philosophy The Burning Ring of Truth |
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Editor:
| Huss, John Werther, David |
Series title: | Popular Culture and Philosophy Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-8126-9778-0 |
Publication Date: | Aug 2011 |
Publisher: | Purple Bear Books, Incorporated
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Book Format: | Ebook |
List Price: | USD $18.99 |
Book Description:
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Interest in the Man in Black has grown since his death in 2003, with increased record sales, cover videos by groups like Nine Inch Nails, and the 2006 biopic
Walk the Line cementing his fame. This book honors Cash by examining the many philosophical issues and concepts within his music. From the gender confusion of "A Boy Named Sue” to the ethics of "shooting a man just to watch him die,” philosophers who are fans of Johnny Cash explore the meaning and...
More DescriptionInterest in the Man in Black has grown since his death in 2003, with increased record sales, cover videos by groups like Nine Inch Nails, and the 2006 biopic Walk the Line cementing his fame. This book honors Cash by examining the many philosophical issues and concepts within his music. From the gender confusion of "A Boy Named Sue” to the ethics of "shooting a man just to watch him die,” philosophers who are fans of Johnny Cash explore the meaning and continuing importance of his work and legacy.