The Critique of Pure Modernity - Hegel, Heidegger, and After (Paperback)

Modernity is a troubling concept, not only for scholars but for the general public, for it seems to represent a choice between oppressive traditions and empty, rootless freedom. Seeking a broader understanding of modernity, Kolb first considers the views of Weber and then discusses in detail the pivotal writings of Hegel and Heidegger. He uses the novel strategy of presenting Heidegger's critique of Hegel and then suggesting the critique of Heidegger that Hegel might have made.
Kolb offers his own views, proposing the possibility of a meaningful life that is free but still rooted in shared contexts. He concludes with comments on postmodernity as discussed by Lyotard and others, arguing persuasively against the presupposition of a unified Modern or Postmodern Age.

General

Imprint:	University of Chicago Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	October 1988
First published:	August 1991
Authors:	David Kolb
Dimensions:	233 x 160 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	334
ISBN-13:	978-0-226-45029-2
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political science & theory Books > Humanities > History > Theory & methods > General Books > Humanities > Philosophy > Western philosophy > General Books > History > Theory & methods > General Books > Philosophy > Western philosophy > General
LSN:	0-226-45029-5
Barcode:	9780226450292

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