Action Philosophers books in order

Action Philosophers is a comedic comic series by Fred Van Lente and Ryan Dunlavey that presents the lives and ideas of history's great philosophers through humorous action comics.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Action Philosophers 2009 Fred Van Lente N/A
2 Action Philosophers! Giant-Sized Thing, Vol. 1 2006 Fred Van Lente Buy
3 Action Philosophers! Giant-Sized Thing, Vol. 2 2006 Fred Van Lente Buy
4 Action Philosophers Giant-Size Thing, Vol. 3 2007 Fred Van Lente Buy

Action Philosophers by Fred Van Lente and Ryan Dunlavey takes the often dry subject of philosophy and turns it into fast-paced, funny comics. Each issue covers a different philosopher, from Plato and Aristotle to Nietzsche and Ayn Rand, boiling down their core ideas into accessible and entertaining stories.

The series was originally published as individual Giant-Sized issues starting in 2006 before being collected into a single volume in 2009.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Action Philosophers series?

There are 4 books in the Action Philosophers series, published between 2006 and 2009.

What is the first book in the Action Philosophers series?

The first book in the Action Philosophers series is Action Philosophers, published in 2009.

Is Action Philosophers suitable for philosophy students?

Yes, while the tone is humorous, the series covers real philosophical ideas accurately. It has been used in college courses as supplementary reading.

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