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From the 1970s cult TV show, Monty Python’s Flying Circus, to the current hit musical Spamalot, the Monty Python comedy troupe has been at the center of popular culture and entertainment. The Pythons John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin, and Terry Gilliam are increasingly recognized and honored for their creativity and enduring influence in the worlds of comedy and film. Monty Python and Philosophy extends that recognition into the world of philosophy. Fifteen experts in topics like mythology, Buddhism, feminism, logic, ethics, and the philosophy of science bring their expertise to bear on Python movies such as Monty Python’s Life of Brian and Flying Circus mainstays such as the Argument Clinic, the Dead Parrot Sketch, and, of course, the Bruces, the Pythons’ demented, song-filled vision of an Australian philosophy department. Monty Python and Philosophy follows the same hit format as the other titles in this popular series and explains all the philosophical concepts discussed in laymen’s terms.

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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Open Court; illustrated edition edition (March 30, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0812695933
  • ISBN-13: 978-0812695939
  • Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A book for Bruces, not for Gumbys, September 27, 2006
I must preface my comments with the following disclaimer: I've always been a huge Monty Python fan; and I've always had a strong interest in philosophy (in fact, I minored in Philosophy in college). I've read and enjoyed other volumes in the Philosophy and Modern Culture series ("The Simpsons and Philosophy", "Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Philosophy", and "The Lord of the Rings and Philosophy"). And I've always felt that Monty Python's humor was deeply philosophical. So, perhaps I am predisposed to loving this book. Please take my biases into account when considering my recommendation. If you aren't a Monty Python fan, don't even bother with this book -- you won't get it. Likewise, if you don't have a serious interest in philosophy, this book is probably not for you.

This is a book of serious philosophical essays, written by serious philosophers, only one of whom is actually named Bruce. Of course, just because the philosophy in this volume is "serious" doesn't mean that it is not also funny. The book is filled with Pythonesque humor. (Philosophers, as a rule, are a silly bunch.) But this is real philosophy, inspired by Monty Python; it is NOT a parody of philosophy written by the Pythons.

The essays in this volume deal with philosophical issues such as: Why "The Life of Brian" is heretical, but not actually blasphemous. Why the explosion of Mr. Creosote from "The Meaning of Life" is funny, not just disgusting. What the Piston Engine sketch tells us about language and meaning. Why an Argument Clinic might actually be useful. Whether God is British (and what this implies for the eternal fate of Python fans). The feminist subtext of "Monty Python and the Holy Grail". What "The Meaning of Life" tells us about transcendentalism. And much more.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Thinking and Laughing, Laughing and Thinking, May 21, 2006
Continuing their great series on Popular Culture and Philosophy, the assembled contributors look towards one of the great sources of laughter - Monthy Python. Python is one of those shows/movies that can be viewed on many levels, as these authors show, disentangling philosophical lessons and examples from the work of the British comedians. Wonderfully, the chapters draw upon numerous different areas of the Phython's work for examples, from the earliest moments of their first television broadcast to their last movie together. Unlike other volumes that have looked at more limited source materials (one film for the Matrix and Philosophy, and 6 films for Star Wars and Philosophy) there is a greater spread of the work examined, showing some alternative meanings in much of the work done by the troupe.

The first part of the book follows the successful formula of the series by looking at a variety of examples to reflect philosophical meaning and examples in the work of Monty Python. The second part is a new direction for the series, and delves into philosophical aspects of the Python's work, and then in the third section reverses the mirror and looks at the Pythonic aspects of philosophy or trying to show how some aspects of philosophy can be viewed in a Pythonian way. It is here that the book starts to slow down. These essays admirably look at philosophical themes and how they are reflected in Python's work, using small snippets of Python to illustrate points. These essays delve deeper into philosophical writings than those in the earlier section and are tougher to get through. Not that this is necessarily a bad thing - philosophy should make us think. Finally, the third section with Pythonian aspects of Philosophy tries to launch into areas of philosophy and show some strands to be seemingly silly and python-esque and read much more like an essay you would find in a philosophical publication, not as much a book on popular culture and philosophy. However, if you are more serious into philosophy, I believe that you may enjoy these areas.

Overall the series continues to move along, and with so much of Python's work left unexamined, one can hope that there might be a second volume to continue on these philosophical themes.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliantly conceived and wonderfully executed, May 9, 2006
This is a wonderful collection of philosophical essays relating to Monty Python. It appeals to fans of the Pythons, but also philosophers of every stripe --essays range from analytical 20th century philosophy to Buddhism and all points in between. Well done!
Some of the other reviews here at Amazon, almost read like Python sketches. Totally nonsequitur! Let me add my own irrelevant comment: In addition to the terrible treatment of Richard Pryor herein, one wonders why there is almost no mention of Eskimo people in the text. Why do the authors hate the Eskimos? The book is an outrage to all decency! Etc. etc...
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4.0 out of 5 stars Average for a good series
I've read a handful of the Popular Culture and Philosophy Series. They are all pretty good. I'd have to say this one fits right in. Read more
Published 5 months ago by W. Wilder

4.0 out of 5 stars What's all this, then?
Monty Python has a lot to say to philosophical types, as this book so ably demonstrates. The comedy troupe has never had any qualms about revealing the erudition of its members,... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Bookworm

5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift for any Python-lover.
After giving my son (now fifteen) the complete Monty Python library two Christmases ago, I again struck gold with this book! He laughs aloud while reading it. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Peregrinn

4.0 out of 5 stars By The Way, Your Mother Is Dead
As a major fan of Monty Python, I just had to read this book. I had put it off for some time, as I thought some of the essays sounded...well...boring. Read more
Published on October 21, 2007 by Bu-chan

5.0 out of 5 stars Especially recommended for college-level readers reluctant to enter the world of philosophy
Gary L. Hardcastle and George A. Reisch's Monty Python And Philosophy is for any Python fan, whether or not they like philosophy. Read more
Published on September 6, 2006 by Midwest Book Review

1.0 out of 5 stars I think this book is indeed taking SERIOUS advantage of the late Richard Pryor
I am not sure but I believe the part in the book about Pryor being influenced by Monty Python was written only AFTER Pryor died late last year. Read more
Published on May 8, 2006 by Me Curry

5.0 out of 5 stars Philosophy for all who enjoy philosophizing
"Monty Python and Philosophy" is yet another addition to the excellent Open Court Series that introduces the non-philosopher to philosophy while giving those trained in the field... Read more
Published on April 26, 2006 by Pauline Rulf

1.0 out of 5 stars Overrates Monty Python's importance way too much
This book claims that Monty Python inspired SNL (Saturday Night Live). Only slightly true. SNL's biggest inspiration was Rowan and Martin's Laugh In and even the Smothers Brothers... Read more
Published on April 12, 2006 by Big V

5.0 out of 5 stars The BEST book ever!
Simply put, the best book ever conceived. The author, Gary L. Hardcastle, has done a tremendous job at capturing some essential philosophical issues in the hilarious scenes of... Read more
Published on March 8, 2006 by Acetaminophen

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