German philosophy and politics by John Dewey

"German Philosophy and Politics" by John Dewey is a collection of lectures written in the early 20th century. The work primarily examines the interplay between philosophical ideas, particularly those emanating from German thinkers, and their practical implications for politics and society. Dewey reflects on how these philosophical frameworks have influenced political thought and social structures in Germany, contributing to the understanding of modern European intellectual history. The opening of the text introduces Dewey's purpose of exploring the relationship between general ideas and practical affairs, questioning the assumption that philosophical concepts operate in a vacuum disconnected from real-world consequences. He critiques both historical and contemporary philosophies, emphasizing that ideas are often reactive to the socio-political context from which they arise. Dewey sets the stage for a discussion on how the evolution of German thought, from figures like Kant to Hegel, provides insight into the broader socio-political landscape of Germany, particularly in relation to state power and national identity. This complex interplay of philosophy and politics serves as a foundation for the lectures that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Dewey, John, 1859-1952
LoC No. 15013173
Title German philosophy and politics
Contents 1. German philosophy: the two worlds -- 2. German moral and political philosophy -- 3. The Germanic philosophy of history.
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 46.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Philosophy, German
Category Text
eBook-No. 42208
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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