Philosophy in the Last Forty Years (eBook)

Rudolf Hermann Lotze (Autor)

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2022
30 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654705497-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "Philosophy in the Last Forty Years," Rudolf Hermann Lotze delivers a comprehensive analysis of the philosophical movements that emerged in the 19th century, with particular emphasis on the evolution of metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics. Employing a rigorous yet accessible literary style, Lotze intertwines detailed philosophical discourse with his reflections on the implications of these ideas in the contemporary intellectual landscape. His contextualization of the prevailing philosophical trends offers readers a vital understanding of how past ideas shape present thought, while also grappling with the tensions between empiricism and idealism that characterized the era. Lotze, a significant figure in German philosophy and a bridge between Kantian and post-Kantian thought, draws from a deep well of scholarly expertise and personal conviction. His background in natural sciences and theology led him to approach philosophy with a holistic perspective, advocating for the integration of philosophical inquiry with empirical observation. This book reflects his passionate advocacy for philosophy as essential to the broader understanding of knowledge and reality, and provides insight into his struggle to reconcile scientific rigor with metaphysical speculation. Readers with an interest in the development of modern philosophy or the philosophical heritage of the 19th century will find Lotze's work indispensable. His nuanced examination not only enriches our understanding of historical philosophical debates but also invites contemporary thinkers to reflect on the enduring relevance of these discussions. "Philosophy in the Last Forty Years" is a crucial read for anyone eager to engage with the complexities of thought that continue to influence current academic and philosophical paradigms.

Autor

Rudolf Hermann Lotze (1817-1881) was a significant German philosopher and logician who bridged the gap between the Idealist and Realist philosophical traditions of the 19th century. He was born in Bautzen, Saxony, and went on to study at the University of Leipzig, where he was later appointed as a professor. Lotze worked in a period that was marked by the decline of Hegelianism and the rise of various opposing schools of thought, setting the stage for the development of new philosophical trends. He sought a balance between the scientific worldview that was gaining prominence and the German philosophical tradition. As a polymath, Lotze's contributions spanned not only philosophy but also the fields of psychology, medicine, and metaphysics. His most notable work includes 'Mikrokosmos' and 'Medizinische Psychologie'. The book 'Philosophy in the Last Forty Years' offers insights into the dynamic shifts and intellectual currents in philosophy during a transformative period in the discipline's history. In it, we find a reflection of Lotze's own approach to philosophical inquiry, characterized by rigorous analysis and an attempt to reconcile the subjective inner world with objective reality. Lotze's style is often marked by his commitment to a philosophy that serves practical life, a belief in the freedom of the will, and a conviction in the moral order of the universe. Although his influence was eclipsed in the early 20th century by the likes of Husserl and Heidegger, recent scholarship has witnessed a resurgence of interest in Lotze's work, recognizing its pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of both analytic and continental philosophy.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 3.6.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Philosophie ► Philosophie der Neuzeit
• Schlagworte: 1880s works • 19th-century Philosophy • 19th Century Philosophy • academic philosophy discourse • comprehensive philosophical resource • Critical examination • critical thinking analysis • Enlightenment era philosophy • German idealism philosophy • German intellectual history • german philosophers • historical perspective • historic philosophical texts • History • History of Philosophy • History of special subjects • Humanities • intellectual discourse • intellectual exploration text • Intellectual history • late 1800s philosophy • Lotze's philosophical contributions • metaphysical ethics discourse • metaphysical inquiry • nineteenth-century epistemology • philosophical analysis • philosophical debate • philosophical discourse overview • philosophical evolution • philosophical history books • Philosophical landscape • Philosophy • philosophy ebook classics • realism empiricism influence • Rudolf Hermann Lotze • Western philosophy history