Being and Time

Sam W. of Orinda, California was first in line this month, requesting Being and Time by Martin Heidegger. Apparently, the philosopher gives his take on the age-old question, What is the meaning of existence? We'll ask Sam what the answer is later.

"I've been meaning to read Being and Time for years," Sam said. "Heidegger is one of the most importantly and notoriously difficult philosophers ever, and this is supposed to be his masterwork.

"I love philosophy, but Heidegger seemed so daunting that I never could bring myself to buy a copy. Now that I've got a copy on the way, I'll finally be motivated enough to dive in (or so I hope!)"