Hegel's Ethical Thought

by Allen W. Wood

Book Overview

This important new study offers a powerful exposition of the ethical theory underlying Hegel's philosophy of society, politics, and history. Professor Wood shows how Hegel applies his theory to such topics as human rights, the justification of legal punishment, criteria of moral responsibility, and the authority of individual conscience. The book includes a critical discussion of Hegel's treatment of other moral philosophers (especially Kant, Fichte...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 052137782X
• ISBN13: 9780521377829
• Release Date: November 1990
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 3.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"