<strong>Hegel</strong> 17701831 is one of the major philosophers of the nineteenth century.Many of the major philosophical movements of the twentieth century f... » 

Hegel 17701831 is one of the major philosophers of the nineteenth century.Many of the major philosophical movements of the twentieth century fromexistentialism to analytic philosophy grew out of reactions against Hegel. Heis also one of the hardest philosophers to understand and his complex ideasthough rewarding are often misunderstood. In this magisterial and lucidintroduction Frederick Beiser covers every major aspect of Hegels thought. Heplaces Hegel in the historical context of nineteenthcentury Germany whilstclarifying the deep insights and originality of Hegels philosophy. Amasterpiece of clarity and scholarship Hegel is both the ideal startingpoint for those coming to Hegel for the first time and essential reading forany student or scholar of nineteenth century philosophy. Additional features glossary chapter summaries chronology annotated further reading. «