An essential collection, Basic Writings provides a concise introduction to the thought of this controversial and important 20th-century philosopher. Editor David Krell has expanded and improved this popular collection by adding "The Way to Language" and the complete version of "The Origin of the Work of Art." Also included in this volume are "What Are Metaphysics?," "On the Essence of Truth," "Letter on Humanism," "Modern Science, Metaphysics, and Mathematics," and more.

Featuring a foreword by Heidegger scholar Taylor Carman, this essential collection provides students with a concise introduction to the groundbreaking philosophy of this brilliant and essential thinker.