Being and Nothingness
Being and Nothingness
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Condition Notes: Cover shows minor shelf wear. The 1st page to page 26 of the introduction contain underlining / notes. All other pages are clean and in good shape. Binding is tight and firm.
Author(s): Jean-Paul SartrePrint: 8th Print
Publication year: 1975
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Pocket Books
ISBN:Translated from the original French by Hazel E. Barnes and issued under Simon & Schuster’s specialized academic Washington Square Press / Pocket Books imprint, this massive softcover represents the definitive English-language vehicle for Jean-Paul Sartre’s 1943 magnum opus, Being and Nothingness: An Essay in Phenomenological Ontology. The dense text introduces his foundational philosophy of existentialism, drawing a sharp structural distinction between being-in-itself (the passive, un-conscious existence of inanimate objects) and being-for-itself (the fluid, self-aware existence of human consciousness). Rather than relying on comfort or theological determinism, Sartre argues that human existence is defined by radical, absolute freedom and the inescapable agony of choice, introducing legendary concepts like bad faith—illustrated by his famous profile of a café waiter mimicking a mechanical identity—anguish, and the intrusive objectifying gaze of the Other. This pocket-sized edition functions as an indispensable reference tool and a vital twentieth-century historical archive that reshaped modern psychology, literature, and social theory.
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Book Condition Scale
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Like New
This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.
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Very Good
This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.
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Good
This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.
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Acceptable
This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.
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As Is
This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.
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Dust Jacket Grading
(A) Excellent
The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.(B) Good
Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.(C) Fair
Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.(D) Poor
Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.(F) As Is
Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.
