The Critique of Pure Modernity: Hegel, Heidegger, and After"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. |
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Hegel, Heidegger, and After David Kolb. Preface 1. The Modern World Traditional versus Modern Identity 3 Descriptions of Modernity 7 Max Weber 9 Formal Rationality 11 Other Signs of Modernity 17 2. Hegel's Criticisms of Civil Society ...
Hegel, Heidegger, and After David Kolb. Preface 1. The Modern World Traditional versus Modern Identity 3 Descriptions of Modernity 7 Max Weber 9 Formal Rationality 11 Other Signs of Modernity 17 2. Hegel's Criticisms of Civil Society ...
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... Tradition 261 Rethinking the Modern World 262 Living in Our World 266 Bibliography 178 201 237 256 271 293 Works of Hegel Cited in the Text 293 Works of Heidegger Cited in the Text 294 General Bibliography 298 Index 309 Preface This ...
... Tradition 261 Rethinking the Modern World 262 Living in Our World 266 Bibliography 178 201 237 256 271 293 Works of Hegel Cited in the Text 293 Works of Heidegger Cited in the Text 294 General Bibliography 298 Index 309 Preface This ...
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