The Austrian Philosophy Of Values

By Howard Ormsby Eaton

Book Overview

""The Austrian Philosophy of Values"" is a comprehensive exploration of the philosophical movement that originated in Austria in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by Howard Ormsby Eaton, this book delves into the ideas and theories of Austrian philosophers such as Franz Brentano, Alexius Meinong, and Edmund Husserl, who sought to understand the nature of value and its role in human experience.The book begins with an overview of the historical and cultural context in which the Austrian philosophy of values emerged, tracing its roots back to the Enlightenment and the Romantic movement. It then delves into the key concepts and principles of this philosophy, including the notion of intentionality, the idea of objectivity in value judgments, and the role of perception and emotion in shaping our values.Throughout the book, Eaton provides detailed analyses of the writings and ideas of the major figures in the Austrian philosophy of values, as well as their influence on other philosophical movements and disciplines. He also explores the practical applications of this philosophy, including its impact on psychology, ethics, and aesthetics.Overall, ""The Austrian Philosophy of Values"" offers a comprehensive and insightful look at one of the most important philosophical movements of the 20th century, and its ongoing relevance to our understanding of human experience and values.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: 1258044293
• ISBN13: 9781258044299
• Release Date: June 2011
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"