Hegel And His Method

By William James and William James

Book Overview

Hegel and His Method is a book written by William James, a renowned philosopher and psychologist. The book is a critical analysis of the philosophical method of Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel, a German philosopher who is widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of the 19th century. In this book, James explores Hegel's dialectical method, which involves the synthesis of opposing ideas and concepts, and examines the implications of this method for philosophy and other disciplines.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of Hegel's life and work, including his major philosophical ideas and the historical context in which he lived. The second part focuses on Hegel's method, including his concept of the dialectic and his approach to knowledge and truth. The third part examines the implications of Hegel's method for various fields, such as ethics, politics, and religion.Throughout the book, James offers his own critical perspective on Hegel's ideas, pointing out both their strengths and weaknesses. He also provides numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand the complex concepts and ideas presented in the book.Overall, Hegel and His Method is a comprehensive and insightful analysis of one of the most important philosophers in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, psychology, or intellectual history.THIS 52 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: A Pluralistic Universe, by William James. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417907215.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: 1425476139
• ISBN13: 9781425476137
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"