--- product_id: 1699801 title: "Existentialism Is a Humanism" price: "SAR 121" currency: SAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/1699801-existentialism-is-a-humanism store_origin: SA region: Saudi Arabia --- # Cultural impact Classic text Philosophical insights Existentialism Is a Humanism **Price:** SAR 121 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Discover Yourself in the Pages of Philosophy! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Existentialism Is a Humanism - **How much does it cost?** SAR 121 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/1699801-existentialism-is-a-humanism) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Unlock Profound Insights:** Dive deep into the essence of human existence. - • **Join a Global Conversation:** Connect with thinkers and seekers worldwide. - • **Transform Your Perspective:** Challenge norms and embrace individuality. - • **Cultivate Critical Thinking:** Sharpen your analytical skills through rich discourse. - • **Engage with Timeless Philosophy:** Explore the foundations of existential thought. ## Overview Existentialism Is a Humanism is a seminal work by Jean-Paul Sartre that articulates the principles of existentialist philosophy, emphasizing individual freedom, choice, and the inherent meaning-making capacity of human beings. This influential text invites readers to confront the complexities of existence and encourages a personal journey of self-discovery. ## Description desertcart.com: Existentialism Is a Humanism: 8601401223368: Sartre, Jean-Paul, Macomber, Carol, Elkaïm-Sartre, Arlette, Cohen-Solal, Annie: Books Review: Have read it multiple times - Short and easy read. Good introduction to Sartre. Review: Highly Recommended! - The author, philosopher Jean Paul Sartre, gave a lecture, followed by a question-and-answer session in Paris, late in 1945. He set out to more clearly define existentialism, which even he admits during the talk is somewhat complicated by the fact that some approach existentialism from a religious point-of-view (such as Jaspers and Dostoevsky) while others approach existentialism from an atheistic point-of-view (such as himself and Heidegger). The transcription of that lecture (which is said to be lightly edited by Sartre himself) makes up the text of this book, including a section for the Q and A that follows. The guiding principle of existentialism, according to Sartre, is as follows: “Existence precedes essence.” Simply put, Sartre wants his listener/reader to understand that we have the power to shape our own lives through our choices. In that sense, we are a blank canvas waiting for the artist (ourselves) to create our own masterpiece. For example, we may not have control over how our boss treats us at work, but we have complete control of how we respond and how we act in the first place. This concept of being in control of the direction of our lives via the choices that we make can be very comforting for some, and it can be very disconcerting for others. Sometimes it may be easier to say: “Well, I wasn’t the only one speeding. It’s just bad luck that I was the one that was caught.” It’s actually not bad luck at all. You made the choice to speed, and as a direct result, you were pulled over and received that speeding ticket. Ultimately the philosophy reduces to choice. I would recommend this book for anyone who wants to better understand existentialism. Since this was written as a lecture, the style is conversational and therefore it makes a complicated topic very easy and pleasant to read. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #14,366 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #4 in French Literary Criticism (Books) #5 in Free Will & Determinism Philosophy #9 in Existentialist Philosophy | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,264) | | Dimensions | 7.7 x 5.2 x 0.5 inches | | Edition | Reprint | | ISBN-10 | 0300115466 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0300115468 | | Item Weight | 2.31 pounds | | Language | English | | Print length | 108 pages | | Publication date | July 24, 2007 | | Publisher | Yale University Press | ## Images ![Existentialism Is a Humanism - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81rleZTezgL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Have read it multiple times *by L***E on January 5, 2026* Short and easy read. Good introduction to Sartre. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly Recommended! *by J***S on June 5, 2019* The author, philosopher Jean Paul Sartre, gave a lecture, followed by a question-and-answer session in Paris, late in 1945. He set out to more clearly define existentialism, which even he admits during the talk is somewhat complicated by the fact that some approach existentialism from a religious point-of-view (such as Jaspers and Dostoevsky) while others approach existentialism from an atheistic point-of-view (such as himself and Heidegger). The transcription of that lecture (which is said to be lightly edited by Sartre himself) makes up the text of this book, including a section for the Q and A that follows. The guiding principle of existentialism, according to Sartre, is as follows: “Existence precedes essence.” Simply put, Sartre wants his listener/reader to understand that we have the power to shape our own lives through our choices. In that sense, we are a blank canvas waiting for the artist (ourselves) to create our own masterpiece. For example, we may not have control over how our boss treats us at work, but we have complete control of how we respond and how we act in the first place. This concept of being in control of the direction of our lives via the choices that we make can be very comforting for some, and it can be very disconcerting for others. Sometimes it may be easier to say: “Well, I wasn’t the only one speeding. It’s just bad luck that I was the one that was caught.” It’s actually not bad luck at all. You made the choice to speed, and as a direct result, you were pulled over and received that speeding ticket. Ultimately the philosophy reduces to choice. I would recommend this book for anyone who wants to better understand existentialism. Since this was written as a lecture, the style is conversational and therefore it makes a complicated topic very easy and pleasant to read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Helpful Starting Point for Existentialism *by B***S on September 13, 2012* This is a great book for someone looking to start examining the philosophy of existentialism or for the person that has already begun on the path and wants to still know more before diving into Being and Nothingness. This is not a systematic approach to the finer points of existentialism which is good for the above stated purposes. What you will get from reading the first part of the book (Sartre's remarks that Existentialism is a Humanism) is a basic explanation of what makes existentialism in its atheistic setting what it is. The book is lacking in the esoteric and abstract theories that are found in the heavier works. The most helpful part of the discourse that is the first part of the book is that Sartre gives a very basic outline of the belief system and answers some of the most basic questions that a person may struggle with in regard to the negative connotations that existentialism can propose once a person comes to the understanding of the "absurdity of life." There is one part of the book that may seem a little dated, this being the part in which Sartre confronts the Communists and their issues with his philosophy. Even so, these parts are still beneficial because they still help to expand and explain what existentialism is and how it relates to other philosophies. The second part of the book is a book review that Sartre wrote on Camus' The Stranger. I almost did not read this part seen as though the original intention was to only read the first part. In fact, I was not even aware that the review was a part of the book. In some ways this may have been the more enjoyable or at the least, equal to the material that was the original reason for purchasing the book! In fact, reading the review may prove helpful for someone wanting to read or re-read The Stranger. All in all, this is a very nice little book. It will help you to learn more or start learning the very basic aspects of what existentialism is, how it answers the most basic of life's questions in regard to some of the troubling questions that this particular philosophy may offer. The book will not answer all of the questions but will definitely give the basics. ## Frequently Bought Together - Existentialism Is a Humanism - The Myth of Sisyphus (Vintage International) - Being and Nothingness --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/1699801-existentialism-is-a-humanism](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/1699801-existentialism-is-a-humanism) --- *Product available on Desertcart Saudi Arabia* *Store origin: SA* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*