Prolegomena to the Study of Hegel's Philosophy, and Especially of His Logic
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"Prolegomena to the Study of Hegel's Philosophy, and Especially of His Logic" by William Wallace is a philosophical treatise written in the late 19th century. This work serves as an introduction to the complex thought of Hegel, focusing particularly on his concepts of logic and how they relate to broader philosophical inquiries. Wallace aims to clarify and make accessible the often dense and abstract ideas attributed to Hegel, which have elicited varied
interpretations and controversies among scholars. The opening of the text presents Wallace's preface, where he details the evolution of his own understanding of Hegel over two decades and outlines the challenges associated with Hegel's philosophy. He argues about the nature of Hegel's writings, contrasting the clarity sought in traditional sciences with the more intricate demands of Hegelian thought. The author acknowledges the difficulties readers face when engaging with Hegel, emphasizing the importance of patience and a willingness to abandon preconceived notions. Wallace highlights the relationship between Hegel's logic and the philosophical landscape of his time, suggesting that understanding Hegel is essential for grasping the evolution of modern philosophy and the responses to Kantian thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wallace, William, 1844-1897 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 04002608 |
| Title | Prolegomena to the Study of Hegel's Philosophy, and Especially of His Logic |
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| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion |
| Subject | Logic |
| Subject | Hegel, Georg Wilhelm Friedrich, 1770-1831 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54992 |
| Release Date | Jun 27, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1116 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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