This volume of the Kierkegaard Studies Yearbook critically examines Søren Kierkegaard's seminal 1843 work, 'Either/Or,' and its enduring global impact. The collection is divided into two sections: the first comprises papers from an international research seminar held in Copenhagen, focusing on the philosophical and theological dimensions of Kierkegaard's text. The second section delves into the extensive reception history of 'Either/Or,' tracing its influence across diverse geographical and cultural landscapes, from Scandinavia to China, underscoring its significance for 20th and 21st-century thought.

The Kierkegaard Studies Yearbook 2008 is dedicated to a comprehensive exploration of 'Either/Or,' a work that propelled Kierkegaard to international renown. The collected papers from the 2007 research seminar offer in-depth analyses of the text's philosophical and theological content. Furthermore, the studies on its reception history demonstrate the profound and widespread impact of Kierkegaard's early work across various cultures and time periods, solidifying its status as a foundational text for contemporary thought.