Meier, H

Carl Schmitt and Leo Strauss: The Hidden Dialogue

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ISBN 13:: 9780226518886
author:: Meier, H
format:: Paperback
publisher:: University of Chicago Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2006
Pages:: 156
Dimensions:: 137 mm X 215 mm
Genre:: Philosophy
Condition:: New
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Carl Schmitt and Leo Strauss: A Hidden Dialogue The relationship between Carl Schmitt and Leo Strauss is one of the most fascinating in modern philosophy. In his influential work, The Concept of the Political, Schmitt's political theory was deeply rooted in his faith in divine revelation. However, this aspect of his thought was largely concealed from public view. In 1932, Strauss published a critical review of Concept, sparking an exchange between the two thinkers that would have far-reaching implications for their work. Despite never publicly responding to Strauss's criticisms, Schmitt made significant changes to his book in its third edition. Heinrich Meier's elegant translation sheds light on this remarkable dialogue, revealing the underlying tensions between political theology and political philosophy. Through their exchange, Meier shows us that the true heart of Schmitt and Strauss's discussion lies not in liberalism, but in a deeper conflict between revelation and reason, and ultimately, how human beings ought to live their lives.

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