Andrew Bowie
German Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199569250
- author:
- Andrew Bowie
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 137
- Dimensions:
- 17.27 x 10.92 x 1.27 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Germany,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
German Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction by Andrew Bowie provides an essential introduction to the subject. Without key figures such as Kant, Frege, Wittgenstein, and Husserl, modern philosophy would not exist in its current form. This book explores how German philosophy responds to the challenges of modernity, including the rise of natural sciences and the decline of religion. It delves into fundamental questions about knowledge, faith, reason, emotion, and our ways of understanding the world. By examining lesser-known thinkers alongside more prominent figures, Bowie offers a nuanced perspective on German philosophical thought. A Very Short Introduction series book, this volume is ideal for those looking to gain a quick understanding of German philosophy and its significance in modern thought.
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