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Philosophy: Verso Student Reading

Our Philosophy student reading, featuring Walter Benjamin, Fredric Jameson, Theodor Adorno, Chantal Mouffe and more. Up to 40% off as part of our student reading sale.

Verso Books 2 September 2025

Back to University. Up to 40% off. Featured reading list: Student Reading - Essential Philosophy

We present a selection of our top philosophy titles to guide you through the thicket of heavy, abstract concepts that you now face. Whether you are au fait with the heady conundrums of philosophical thought, or are are just starting out down the road, this reading list is designed to introduce new ideas and intervene in key philosophical debates.

20% off when you order 2 books
30% off when you order 3 books
40% off when you order 4 or more books
Sale ends September 15th 2025 11:59pm ET
Discount applied at checkout

Frédéric Gros: A Philosopher of Emotion

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Verso Classics

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The Frankfurt School

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20th Century French Philosophy

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Philosophy and Neoliberalism

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Philosophy and the End of History

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