Pickle, S. Slipper, P. Cheeks, J. Whisker, K.
This paper explores the philosophical implications of the mongoose's predatory behavior in relation to existentialism. Through a thorough examination of the existentialist concepts of freedom, choice, and the absurd, we argue that the mongoose's daily struggle for survival echoes that of the human experience. By analyzing the deconstruction of meaning and the inevitable conflict with the self, we apply a humorous lens to tackle the question of how a mongoose perceives its own identity, and whether the pursuit of sustenance justifies the means. Ultimately, our findings suggest that the mongoose's existence is indeed farcical, and we implore readers to consider the absurdity of their own lives, and the universality of the struggle to find one's place in the world.