Questa serie approfondisce il nucleo della filosofia europea, esplorando pensatori, concetti e scuole di pensiero prominenti dalle tradizioni kantiana e post-kantiana. Offre sia panoramiche introduttive che analisi specializzate, incoraggiando un'ampia interpretazione del panorama intellettuale europeo moderno. La collezione promuove un approccio filosofico piuttosto che puramente storico ai suoi soggetti. I lettori troveranno un ricco approfondimento delle idee che hanno plasmato il pensiero moderno.
Jon Stewart's groundbreaking study is a major re-evaluation of the complex relationship between the philosophies of Kierkegaard and Hegel. Although the standard view on the subject is that Kierkegaard defined himself as explicitly anti-Hegelian (and viewed Hegel's philosophy with disdain), Jon Stewart demonstrates that Kierkegaard's criticism was not directed specifically to Hegel, but actually to some contemporary Danish Hegelians.
Kant's Critique of Judgment has often been interpreted by scholars as comprising separate treatments of three uneasily connected topics: beauty, biology, and empirical knowledge. Rachel Zuckert's book interprets the Critique as a unified argument concerning all three domains. She argues that on Kant's view, human beings demonstrate a distinctive cognitive ability in appreciating beauty and understanding organic life: an ability to anticipate a whole that we do not completely understand according to preconceived categories. This ability is necessary, moreover, for human beings to gain knowledge of nature in its empirical character as it is, not as we might assume it to be. Her wide-ranging and original study will be valuable for readers in all areas of Kant's philosophy.
Béatrice Longuenesse considers the three aspects of Kant's philosophy, his epistemology and metaphysics of nature, moral philosophy, and aesthetic theory, under one unifying standpoint: Kant's conception of our capacity to form judgments. She argues that the elements which make up our cognitive access to the world have an equally important role to play in our moral evaluations and our aesthetic judgments. Her book will appeal to all interested in Kant and his thought, ranging over Kant's account of our representations of space and time, his conception of the logical forms of judgments, sufficient reason, causality, community, God, freedom, morality, and beauty in nature and art.
This book provides an extensive treatment of Husserl's phenomenology of time-consciousness. Nicolas de Warren uses detailed analysis of texts by Husserl, some only recently published in German, to examine Husserl's treatment of time-consciousness and its significance for his conception of subjectivity. He traces the development of Husserl's thinking on the problem of time from Franz Brentano's descriptive psychology, and situates it in the framework of his transcendental project as a whole. Particular discussions include the significance of time-consciousness for other phenomenological themes: perceptual experience, the imagination, remembrance, self-consciousness, embodiment, and the consciousness of others. The result is an illuminating exploration of how and why Husserl considered the question of time-consciousness to be the most difficult, yet also the most central, of all the challenges facing his unique philosophical enterprise.
Focusing on the perspectives of German Idealists, this work explores their evolving attitudes toward punishment, highlighting a shift towards deterrence and resocialization. It delves into philosophical arguments and historical context, illustrating how these thinkers contributed to contemporary discussions on justice and rehabilitation. The analysis provides insights into the moral and ethical implications of their theories, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of punishment in a philosophical framework.
This scholarly work delves into Kant's aesthetics, offering a critical analysis by a prominent expert in the field. It explores Kant's theories on beauty, art, and the nature of aesthetic experience, providing insights into his philosophical framework. The study aims to enhance understanding of Kant's influence on contemporary aesthetic thought and the implications of his ideas for modern philosophy.
This 2005 book is a critical examination of Michel Foucault's relation to ancient Greek thought, in particular his famous analysis of Greek history of sexuality. Wolfgang Detel offers an understanding of Foucault's theories of power and knowledge based on modern analytical theories of science and concepts of power. He offers a complex reading of the texts which Foucault discusses, covering topics such as Aristotle's ethics and theory of sex, Hippocratic dietetics, the earliest treatises on economics, and Plato's theory of love. The result is a philosophically rich and probing critique of Foucault's later writings, and a persuasive account of the relation between ethics, power and knowledge in classical antiquity. His book will have a wide appeal to readers interested in Foucault and in Greek thought and culture.
The book presents a comprehensive analysis of Gaston Bachelard's philosophy of science, offering critical evaluations of his theories and concepts. It explores Bachelard's unique approach to scientific knowledge, emphasizing the interplay between science and philosophy. By examining his contributions, the study highlights the significance of Bachelard’s ideas in understanding the evolution of scientific thought and the nature of scientific inquiry.
This study explores the theme of freedom in the philosophy of Hegel and Nietzsche. First, Will Dudley sets Hegel's Philosophy of Right within a larger systematic account and deploys the Logic to interpret it. He demonstrates that freedom involves not only the establishment of certain social and political institutions but also the practice of philosophy itself. Then, he reveals how Nietzsche's discussions of decadence, nobility and tragedy lead to an analysis of freedom that critiques heteronomous choice and Kantian autonomy, and ultimately issues a positive conception of liberation.
Originally published in German in 1995, this collection of essays has been written by the foremost representative of the hermeneutical approach in German philosophy. Offering a novel interpretation of the tradition of German Idealist thought--Kant, Fichte, Schelling, and Hegel--RÜdiger Bubner insightfully reviews the philosophical innovations in the complex of issues and aspirations which dominated German intellectual life from 1780 to 1830. This collection will be of special interest to students of German philosophy, literary theory and the history of ideas.
Focusing on the evolution of Nietzsche's political philosophy after "Zarathustra," this book offers a comprehensive analysis of its distinct characteristics and development. It delves into the complexities of Nietzsche's thought, examining how his ideas transformed and influenced political discourse. By providing a thorough exploration of this often-overlooked aspect of his work, the book contributes significantly to the understanding of Nietzsche's philosophical legacy.
This book is a critical analysis of how key philosophers in the European tradition have responded to the emergence of a modern conception of temporality. Espen Hammer suggests that it is a feature of Western modernity that time has been forcibly separated from the natural cycles and processes with which it used to be associated. In a discussion that ranges over Kant, Hegel, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, Heidegger and Adorno, he examines the forms of dissatisfaction which result from this, together with narrative modes of configuring time, the relationship between agency and temporality, and possible challenges to the modern world's linear and homogenous experience of time. His study is a rich exploration of an enduring philosophical theme: the role of temporality in shaping and reshaping modern human affairs.
This is the first book in English on the early works of the German philosopher Johann Gottlieb Fichte (1762-1814). It examines the transcendental theory of self and world from the writings of Fichte's most influential period (1794-1800), and considers in detail recently discovered lectures on the Foundations of Transcendental Philosophy. Combining incomparable erudition, sensitive readings of some of the most difficult of philosophical texts, clarity in exposition and an acute awareness of historical context, this book takes its place as the ideal introduction to Fichte's thought.
Exploring the theme of freedom, this study intricately connects Hegel's Philosophy of Right with his broader systematic approach, utilizing Logic for interpretation. It highlights that true freedom encompasses both social-political institutions and philosophical practice. The second half delves into Nietzsche's views on decadence and nobility, critiquing heteronomous choices and Kantian autonomy, ultimately advocating for a positive conception of liberation. By uniting Hegel and Nietzsche in dialogue, the author offers original insights valuable to students of philosophy and political theory.
This is the first comprehensive study in English of Bruno Bauer, a leading philosopher of the 1840s. Inspired by the philosophy of Hegel, Bauer led an intellectual revolution that influenced Marx and shaped modern secular humanism. In the process he offered a republican alternative to liberalism and socialism, criticized religious and political conservatism and set out the terms for the development of modern mass and industrial society.
The philosophy of Hans-Georg Gadamer interests a wide audience that spans the traditional distinction between European (continental) and Anglo-American (analytic) philosophy. Yet one of the most important and complex aspects of his work - his engagement with German Idealism - has received comparatively little attention. In this book, Kristin Gjesdal uses a close analysis and critical investigation of Gadamer's Truth and Method (1960) to show that his engagement with Kant, Hegel, and Schleiermacher is integral to his conception of hermeneutics. She argues that a failure to engage with this aspect of Gadamer's philosophy leads to a misunderstanding of the most pressing problem of post-Heideggerian hermeneutics: the tension between the commitment to the self-criticism of reason, on the one hand, and the turn towards the meaning-constituting authority of tradition, on the other. Her study provides an illuminating assessment of both the merits and the limitations of Gadamer's thought.
Unlike those who view Heidegger as an idealist, Taylor Carman asserts that Heidegger is best understood as a realist and offers a new interpretation of his major work, Being and Time. Among the book's distinctive features are an interpretation explicitly oriented within a Kantian framework (often taken for granted in readings of Heidegger) and an analysis of Dasein in relation to recent theories of intentionality; notably those of Dennett and Searle.
The exploration of time-consciousness in Husserl's philosophy reveals its crucial role in shaping his understanding of subjectivity. The book delves into how temporal experiences influence self-awareness and identity, highlighting the intricate relationship between time and consciousness. Through a detailed analysis, it uncovers the implications of Husserl's ideas for contemporary philosophical discussions on the nature of the self and perception.
This major study of Kant provides a detailed examination of the development and function of the doctrine of transcendental illusion in his theoretical philosophy. The author argues that we cannot understand Kant unless we take seriously his claim that the mind inevitably acts in accordance with ideas and principles that are "illusory." Taking this claim seriously, we can make much better sense of Kant's arguments and reach a deeper understanding of the role he allots human reason in science.
Exploring the intersection of music and philosophy, Andrew Bowie challenges the notion that philosophy should solely provide answers about music. He examines influential philosophical perspectives on music from Kant to Adorno, arguing that music can illuminate critical philosophical questions regarding language, subjectivity, and ethics. By revealing the limitations of contemporary philosophical views on communication and meaning, Bowie positions music as a vital resource for philosophical inquiry, appealing to both philosophers and musicologists alike.
This is a major new study of Kant's ethics that will transform the way students and scholars approach the subject in the future. Allen Wood argues that Kant's ethical vision is grounded in the idea of the dignity of the rational nature of every human being. He focuses for the first time on the central role played in Kant's ethical theory by the value of rational nature as an end in itself. In addition, he shows the importance of Kant's systematic theory of human nature and history, and its implications for the structure, formulation, and application of Kant's moral principles.
In this study of Fichte's social and political philosophy, David James offers an interpretation of Fichte's most famous writings in this area, including his Foundations of Natural Right and Addresses to the German Nation, centred on two main themes: property and virtue. These themes provide the basis for a discussion of such issues as what it means to guarantee the freedom of all the citizens of a state, the problem of unequal relations of economic dependence between states, and the differences and connections between the legal and political sphere of right and morality. James also relates Fichte's central social and political ideas to those of other important figures in the history of philosophy, including Locke, Kant and Hegel, as well as to the radical phase of the French Revolution. His account will be of importance to all who are interested in Fichte's philosophy and its intellectual and political context.
The essays delve into the intricate relationship between moral philosophy and modernity, focusing on how contemporary experiences shape moral reasoning. They critically assess whether prevailing modern philosophical perspectives overlook significant aspects of moral existence, prompting a reevaluation of ethical frameworks in light of modern challenges.
This is the first book-length treatment of the unique nature and development of Nietzsche's post-Zarathustran political philosophy. This later political philosophy is set in the context of the critique of modernity that Nietzsche advances in the years 1885-1888, in such texts as Beyond Good and Evil, On the Genealogy of Morals, Twilight of the Idols, The Antichrist, The Case of Wagner, and Ecce Homo. Daniel Conway has written a powerful book about Nietzsche's own appreciation of the limitations of both his writing style and of his famous prophetic "stance".
Fichte's social and political philosophy is explored through a contemporary lens, emphasizing its significance in addressing modern issues. The interpretation delves into the philosophical underpinnings of Fichte's thought, illustrating how his ideas resonate with current societal and political challenges. This analysis not only sheds light on Fichte's contributions but also invites readers to reflect on their relevance in today's context.
The book critically examines the perspectives on moral obligation presented by philosophers Kant, Hegel, and Kierkegaard. It aims to challenge and reshape contemporary interpretations of modern ethics by providing a detailed analysis of these influential thinkers' ideas. Through this exploration, it seeks to deepen the understanding of moral philosophy and its evolution, highlighting the complexities and nuances within ethical discussions.
This book offers a fundamentally new account of the arguments and concepts which define Heidegger's early philosophy, and locates them in relation to both contemporary analytic philosophy and the history of philosophy. Drawing on recent work in the philosophy of mind and on Heidegger's lectures on Plato and Kant, Sacha Golob argues against existing treatments of Heidegger on intentionality and suggests that Heidegger endorses a unique position with respect to conceptual and representational content; he also examines the implications of this for Heidegger's views on truth, realism and 'being'. He goes on to explore Heidegger's work on the underlying issue of normativity, and focuses on his theory of freedom, arguing that it is freedom that links the existential concerns of Being and Time to concepts such as reason, perfection and obligation. His book offers a distinctive new perspective for students of Heidegger and the history of twentieth-century philosophy.
This interpretation offers a fresh perspective on Kant's Critique of Judgment, exploring its implications for aesthetics, morality, and the nature of judgment itself. By delving into the intricacies of Kant's philosophy, the work examines how his ideas influence contemporary thought and debates surrounding beauty, taste, and ethical considerations. The author presents a comprehensive analysis that invites readers to reconsider the relevance of Kant's theories in modern philosophical discourse.
Exploring the religious, social, and political ideas of Simone Weil, this book delves into the philosophical foundations that shaped her thought. It provides a comprehensive analysis of her unique perspectives, highlighting the interplay between her rigorous philosophical approach and her profound insights into societal issues. Through this examination, readers gain a deeper understanding of Weil's contributions to contemporary discourse.
In this first in-depth critical appraisal in English of the writings of Carl Schmitt, John McCormick has furnished philosophers, historians, and political theorists with the most comprehensive account of Schmitt's critique of liberalism available. He examines why technology becomes a rallying cry for both right- and left-wing intellectuals at times when liberalism appears anachronistic, and shows the continuities between Weimar's ideological debates and those of our own age.
Dieses Buch ist eine umfassende Studie über das Werk von Bruno Bauer im Vormärz. Inspiriert durch Hegels Philosophie führte Bauer eine intellektuelle Revolution an, die Marx beeinflußte und den modernen säkularen Humanismus formte. Bauer bot eine republikanische Alternative zum Liberalismus und Sozialismus an, kritisierte den religiösen und politischen Konservatismus und erforschte die Entstehung der modernen Massengesellschaft. Ebenso befaßt sich dieses Buch auf der Basis intensiver Archivforschung mit den problematischen Aspekten von Bauers Kritik an der Modernität und vor allem mit seinem Antisemitismus.
Nichts ist so umstritten im Denken von Leo Strauss und nichts ist so zentral für sein Verständnis wie das theologisch-politische Problem. Da es im Zentrum von Strauss' Politischer Philosophie steht, findet der Streit seinen Niederschlag in allen großen Kontroversen, die sein uvre umgeben. Heinrich Meiers theologisch-politisches Traktat ist die erste Schrift zu Strauss, die das Problem, von dem Strauss sagte, es sei das Thema seiner Untersuchungen gewesen, zu ihrem Thema macht. Neben dem programmatischen Vortrag „Das theologisch-politische Problem“, der auf dem internationalen Leo Strauss Symposium in München im Juni 2002 große Beachtung fand, enthält sie den Kommentar „Zur Genealogie des Offenbarungsglaubens“, der eine kühne genealogische Skizze von Strauss aus dem Nachlass zugänglich macht und argumentativ entfaltet, sowie den Text „Der Tod als Gott. Eine Anmerkung zu Martin Heidegger“, der den Blick auf einen Philosophen richtet, auf dessen Denken das theologisch-politische Problem seinen langen Schatten geworfen hat, ohne dass es bei ihm jemals ein Thema von Gewicht war.
This work offers a comprehensive analysis of Reid's epistemology, highlighting its systematic nature while connecting it to contemporary discussions in the field. It explores the key principles of Reid's thought and examines their relevance to modern epistemological debates, providing insights into how his ideas resonate with current philosophical inquiries.
Anne Margaret Baxley offers a systematic interpretation of Kant's theory of virtue, whose most distinctive features have not been properly understood. She explores the rich moral psychology in Kant's later and less widely read works on ethics, and argues that the key to understanding his account of virtue is the concept of autocracy, a form of moral self-government in which reason rules over sensibility. Although certain aspects of Kant's theory bear comparison to more familiar Aristotelian claims about virtue, Baxley contends that its most important aspects combine to produce something different - a distinctively modern, egalitarian conception of virtue which is an important and overlooked alternative to the more traditional Greek views which have dominated contemporary virtue ethics.
This 2007 book examines the possibilities for the rehabilitation of Hegelian thought within analytic philosophy. From its inception, the analytic tradition has in general accepted Bertrand Russell's hostile dismissal of the idealists, based on the claim that their metaphysical views were irretrievably corrupted by the faulty logic that informed them. These assumptions are challenged by the work of such analytic philosophers as John McDowell and Robert Brandom, who, while contributing to core areas of the analytic movement, nevertheless have found in Hegel sophisticated ideas that are able to address problems which still haunt the analytic tradition after a hundred years. Paul Redding traces the consequences of the displacement of the logic presupposed by Kant and Hegel by modern post-Fregean logic, and examines the developments within twentieth-century analytic philosophy which have made possible an analytic re-engagement with a previously dismissed philosophical tradition.
This book, by one of the most prominent interpreters of Leo Strauss's thought, is the first to examine the theme that Leo Strauss considered to be key to his entire intellectual enterprise. The theologico-political problem refers to the confrontation between the theological and the political alternative to philosophy as a way of life. In this study, Heinrich Meier clarifies the distinction between political theology and political philosophy and sheds new light on the unifying center of Strauss' philosophical work. The book is the culmination of his work on the general topic of the theologico-political problem.
Hegel is, arguably, the most difficult of all philosophers. Interpreters have usually approached him as though he were developing Kantian and Fichtean themes. This book is the first to demonstrate in a systematic way that it makes much more sense to view Hegel's idealism in relation to the metaphysical and epistemological tradition stemming from Aristotle. No serious student of Hegel can afford to ignore this major new interpretation. It will also be of interest in such fields as political science and the history of ideas.
Michael Quante focuses on what Hegel has to say about such central concepts as action, person and will, and then brings these views to bear on contemporary debates in analytic philosophy. This book enables professional analytic philosophers and their students to understand the significance of Hegel's philosophy to contemporary theory of action. As such, it will contribute to the ever-increasing erosion of the barrier between the continental and analytic approaches to philosophy.
The book offers a detailed analysis of Heidegger's exploration of time and temporality as presented in "Being and Time." It systematically breaks down his philosophical arguments, examining the implications of his thoughts on existence and the nature of being. Through a critical lens, the reconstruction aims to clarify Heidegger's complex ideas, providing insights into how time influences human experience and understanding. This scholarly work is essential for those seeking a deeper comprehension of Heidegger's impact on existential philosophy.
This is a new interpretative guide to Hegel's influential Phenomenology of Spirit, a work that combines a world history of culture and society with a systematic epistemology and a philosophy of nature and culture. A subtle and elegantly argued assessment, the book appears here in English for the first time.
Challenging popular notions of freedom, the author explores the underlying assumptions that shape contemporary understanding of the concept. By critically examining these ideas, the work invites readers to reconsider what freedom truly means and how it can be interpreted in various contexts. Through insightful analysis, the book aims to deepen the discussion around individual liberty and its implications in society.
Against the background of early modernism - a period that justified punishment by general deterrence - Kant is usually thought to represent a radical turn towards retributivism. For Kant, and later for Fichte and Hegel, a just punishment respects the humanity inherent in the criminal, and serves no external ends - it is instituted only because the criminal deserves it. In this original study, Jean-Christophe Merle uses close analysis of texts to show that these philosophers did not in fact hold a retributivist position, or even a mixed position; instead he traces in their work the gradual emergence of views in favour of deterrence and resocialisation. He also examines Nietzsche's view that morality rests on the rejection of retribution. His final chapter offers a challenge to the retributivist position, and a defence of resocialisation, in the context of current legal theory and practice concerning the punishment of crimes against humanity.
The book challenges conventional views on modern philosophy by emphasizing concepts of agency, freedom, and ethical life rooted in the German idealist tradition, particularly Hegel's writings. Robert Pippin critically examines Hegel's perspectives and then broadens the discussion to include interpretations from Habermas, Strauss, Blumenberg, Nietzsche, and Heidegger, offering a comprehensive analysis of modernity through these philosophical lenses.
The book presents an in-depth analysis of Carl Schmitt's critique of liberalism, exploring his philosophical arguments and the implications for political theory. It delves into Schmitt's views on sovereignty, democracy, and the state of exception, highlighting his influence on contemporary political thought. Through a detailed examination of Schmitt's works, McCormick sheds light on the tensions between liberalism and authoritarianism, offering insights into the relevance of Schmitt's ideas in today's political landscape.
The concept of action is one of the key concepts of practical philosophy. This work examines the core of Hegel‹s concept of action, §§ 105-125 of the ‹Grundlinien‹ (Elements of the Philosophy of Right) and their references to the ‹Wissenschaft der Logik‹ (Science of Logic). The author describes and interprets the systematic content of Hegel‹s concept of action against the backdrop of the current speech act theory. The continuing relevance of the book is shown in its current translations, for example into Italian, Japanese, Spanish and Hungarian.
The book explores various interpretations of freedom within Foucault's philosophy, focusing on three key divisions. It delves into how these interpretations shape our understanding of autonomy, power, and social structures, offering a nuanced analysis of Foucault's ideas and their implications for contemporary thought. Through this examination, the author sheds light on the complexities of freedom and its relevance in philosophical discourse.
Charles Griswold has written a comprehensive philosophical study of Smith's moral and political thought. Griswold sets Smith's work in the context of the Enlightenment and relates it to current discussions in moral and political philosophy. Smith's appropriation as well as criticism of ancient philosophy, and his carefully balanced defence of a liberal and humane moral and political outlook, are also explored. This 1999 book is a major philosophical and historical reassessment of a key figure in the Enlightenment that will be of particular interest to philosophers and political and legal theorists, as well as historians of ideas, rhetoric, and political economy.
Kant's moral philosophy is explored through the lens of the inherent conflict between happiness and morality, emphasizing how this tension arises from common human experiences. The book delves into the implications of these conflicts, revealing how they shape our understanding of ethical behavior and the pursuit of a meaningful life. By examining these themes, the author provides a fresh perspective on Kant's ideas and their relevance to contemporary moral dilemmas.
This is the first major study of Marx and the Young Hegelians in twenty years. The book offers a new interpretation of Marx's early development, the political dimension of Young Hegelianism, and that movement's relationship to political and intellectual currents in early nineteenth-century Germany. The book draws together an account of major figures such as Feuerbach and Marx, with discussions of lesser-known but significant figures, as well as such movements as French Saint-Simonianism and "Positive Philosophy." Wide-ranging in scope and synthetic in approach this is an important book for historians of philosophy, theology, political theory and nineteenth-century ideas.
Das Schlüsselproblem der modernen deutschen Philosophie betrifft die zentrale Verheißung der europäischen Moderne selbst: die Möglichkeit eines freien, ja sogar autonomen Lebens. Pippin problematisiert verschiedene gängige Charakterisierungen dieser Denktradition. Dabei präsentiert er eine originelle Interpretation der anspruchsvollsten Begründungen dieser Verheißung im Werke Kants und Hegels und verteidigt zugleich deren Freiheitsbegriff in einem Vergleich mit konkurrierenden Vorstellungen, insbesondere denen von Nietzsche, Heidegger, Leo Strauss, Blumenberg und Habermas.
The book offers a historical survey of theoretical approaches to judgment, exploring its treatment across various disciplines including psychology, logic, phenomenology, and painting. Wayne Martin examines how different fields interpret and conceptualize judgment, highlighting the interplay between these perspectives and their implications for understanding human thought and creativity.
