Between Tradition and Revolution: The Hegelian Transformation of Political Philosophy [Hardcover]

Manfred Riedel (Author), Walter Wright (Translator)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 31, 1984

The studies in this 1996 volume consider Hegel's mature views on ethics and politics and relate them to the classical tradition of Western political thought. Manfred Tiedel brings to the analysis of Hegel's views a high level of scholarship and a thorough knowledge of earlier thinkers. Concentrating on the Philosophy of Right, he reveals connections which clarify Hegel's understanding of his relationship with his predecessors and of the transformation of political philosophy which Hegel wanted to effect. In doing so, he throws much needed light on the structure of Hegel's work and on many of its more obscure doctrines concerning natural law, political economy, civil society and the state. Professor Riedel's work is highly regarded in Germany. The translation of these essays will provide a valuable counterpart to the approach of most English-speaking scholars and will help significantly to extend the understanding and appreciation of Hegel's political philosophy.

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Text: English, German (translation)

Book Description

The studies in this 1996 volume relate Hegel's mature views on ethics and politics to the classical tradition of Western political thought. Applying superb scholarship and his knowledge of earlier thinkers to the Philosophy of Right, Manfred Tiedel reveals connections which clarify Hegel's understanding of his relationship with his predecessors.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 200 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (August 31, 1984)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521256445
• ISBN-13: 978-0521256445
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.3 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,248,866 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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