In , 34 philosophers explore questions about one of the most recognizable and influential characters (villains?) of all time. From Roman Polanski's to J. R. R. Tolkien's to Bram Stoker's to Darth Vader to Al Pacino's iconic performance in , this book demonstrates that a little devil goes a long way. From humorous appearances, as in Kevin Smith's film and Chuck Palahniuk's novels and , to more villainous appearances, such as Gabriel Byrne's cold outing as Satan in , proves that the Devil comes in many forms. Are there any good arguments for the actual existence of the Devil? Does demonic evil thrive in Gotham City? Can humans really be accountable for all evil? Which truths about the Devil are actual facts? Is Milton correct, in that the Devil believes he is doing good? Through the lenses of Jung, Kant, Kundera, Balkan, Plato, Bradwardine, Aristotle, Hume, Blackburn, Descartes, Lavey, Thoreau, and Aquinas, takes a philosophical look at one of time's greatest characters.