Studies In The Hegelian Dialectic

By J.M.E. McTaggart

Book Overview

""Studies in the Hegelian Dialectic"" is a comprehensive book by John McTaggart, exploring the complex philosophical concepts of German philosopher Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel. The book is a detailed analysis of Hegelian dialectic, which refers to the process of thesis, antithesis, and synthesis that Hegel used to explain the evolution of ideas and concepts. McTaggart's book is divided into three parts, with each section exploring a different aspect of Hegelian dialectic. In the first part, McTaggart provides an overview of Hegelian philosophy and the dialectical method. He explains how Hegel's theory of knowledge is based on the idea that the mind is constantly evolving and that knowledge is a product of this evolution. The second part of the book explores the different stages of the dialectical process, including the initial thesis, the opposing antithesis, and the eventual synthesis. McTaggart explains how this process can be applied to a wide range of topics, including politics, ethics, and religion. The final part of the book focuses on the criticisms of Hegelian dialectic and the ways in which it has been challenged by other philosophers. McTaggart argues that while the dialectical method is not without its flaws, it remains a valuable tool for understanding the evolution of ideas and concepts. Overall, ""Studies in the Hegelian Dialectic"" is an in-depth exploration of one of the most influential philosophical theories of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy or the evolution of ideas and concepts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 142862032X
• ISBN13: 9781428620322
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"