Learning Adult Learning Existentialism and Sartre: Are They Still Relevant? Book Here Existentialism often brings to mind images of black-clad students on Paris's Left Bank, cafés filled with cigarette smoke, and lively debates inspired by Sartre. But what did Sartre actually mean by existentialism, and does his philosophy still have something to say about the way we live today? Join us as we explore these questions through Sartre's accessible lecture Existentialism Is a Humanism. This study day is designed as an introduction, and no previous knowledge of philosophy is required. Image: Portrait of Jean-Paul Sartre (French Philosopher, Playwright, Novelist, Screenwriter, Political Activist, Biographer, and Literary Critic) 1905-1980. Medium: watercolor and pencil / Arches cp paper. Image taken from NCMallory Accessed via Flickr Public Domain Media here. About Laurie Gibson | Laurie studied Philosophy at Cambridge University and taught it at A level. Since retiring he has taken U3A courses in the subject for over 15 years. Laurie is also a Cathedral Guide and last year he ran a successful study day on Socrates for the Adult Learning programme. Tickets will be on sale until midday on the day before the event via the button above. Please ensure that you provide a current email address when you book. If you wish to book over the phone you may do so via the Box Office on 01727 890290. Clergy and Readers in St Albans Diocese have complimentary access to our Adult Learning courses, talks, study days, and reading groups. For clergy/Reader bookings, please email [email protected] with your name and role and we will confirm your place. Manage Cookie Preferences