Lichtenberg: A Doctrine of Scattered Occasions

By Joseph Peter Stern

Book Overview

Lichtenberg: A Doctrine Of Scattered Occasions is a biography of Georg Christoph Lichtenberg, a German scientist, satirist, and philosopher who lived in the 18th century. The book is written by Joseph Peter Stern, a scholar of German literature and culture. The book explores Lichtenberg's life, work, and ideas, focusing on his unique approach to knowledge and his philosophy of ""scattered occasions."" Lichtenberg believed that knowledge was not a fixed and static thing, but rather a collection of scattered moments of insight and understanding. He also believed in the importance of humor and satire as a means of critiquing society and its institutions. Stern uses Lichtenberg's life and ideas to explore broader themes in German intellectual history, including the Enlightenment, Romanticism, and the rise of modern science. He also examines Lichtenberg's influence on later thinkers, such as Nietzsche and Wittgenstein. Overall, Lichtenberg: A Doctrine Of Scattered Occasions is a fascinating and insightful look at one of the most original and influential thinkers of the 18th century. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of ideas, German intellectual history, or the philosophy of science.Reconstructed From His Aphorisms And Reflections.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 125857005X
• ISBN13: 9781258570057
• Release Date: February 2013
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"