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The Palgrave Kant Handbook - (Palgrave Handbooks in German Idealism) by Matthew C Altman (Hardcover)

The Palgrave Kant Handbook - (Palgrave Handbooks in German Idealism) by  Matthew C Altman (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p>This remarkably comprehensive Handbook provides a multifaceted yet carefully crafted investigation into the work of Immanuel Kant, one of the greatest philosophers the world has ever seen. With original contributions from leading international scholars in the field, this authoritative volume first sets Kant's work in its biographical and historical context. It then proceeds to explain and evaluate his revolutionary work in metaphysics and epistemology, logic, ethics, aesthetics, philosophy of science, philosophy of religion, political philosophy, philosophy of history, philosophy of education, and anthropology.</p><p> </p><p><b>Key Features: </b></p><p> </p><p>- Draws attention to the foundations of Kant's varied philosophical insights -- transcendental idealism, logic, and the bridge between theoretical and practical reason</p>- Considers hitherto neglected topics such as sexuality and the philosophy of education<p></p><p>- Explores the immense impact of his ground-breaking work on subsequent intellectual movements</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Serving as a touchstone for meaningful discussion about Kant's philosophical and historical importance, this definitive Handbook is essential reading for Kant scholars who want to keep abreast of the field and for advanced students wishing to explore the frontiers of the subject.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>Selected by Choice magazine as an <b>Outstanding Academic Title</b> for 2018</p><p>"A new generation of Kant scholars is on the rise, and this beautifully printed and consummately edited scholarly collection announces their ascendancy with distinctive fanfare. ... The essays are extremely readable, impeccably annotated, and abundantly resourceful, so they will be useful both for novice readers finding their way through Kant's notoriously difficult thicket of concepts and for established scholars seeking reference points sure to spark renewed debate. ... Researchers in particular will find this book a critical touchstone." (J. G. Moore, Choice, Vol. 55 (12), August, 2018)</p><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Matthew C. Altman</b> is Professor of Philosophy and Chair of the Philosophy & Religious Studies Department at Central Washington University, USA. He is the author of <i>A Companion to Kant's "Critique of Pure Reason"</i> (2008) and <i>Kant and Applied Ethics</i> (2011), co-author of <i>The Fractured Self in Freud and German Philosophy</i> (2013), and editor of <i>The Palgrave Handbook of German Idealism</i> (2014).</p>

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