IMMANUEL KANT: Philosophical Books, Critiques & Essays (Annotated): Enriched Edition. The Critique of Pure Reason, Practical Reason and Judgment; Philosophy of Law…

IMMANUEL KANT: Philosophical Books, Critiques & Essays gathers the central writings through which Kant transformed modern philosophy: the critical investigations of reason, morality, judgment, enlightenment, religion, and political hope. Its style is famously rigorous, architectonic, and at times demanding, yet beneath the technical vocabulary lies a sustained effort to define the limits and powers of human understanding. In literary and intellectual context, these works stand at the culmination of the Enlightenment and the threshold of German Idealism. Immanuel Kant (1724–1804), the Königsberg philosopher, lived a life of outward regularity and inward revolution. Trained in rationalist metaphysics and deeply challenged by empiricism, especially Hume's skepticism, Kant sought to rescue science, ethics, and freedom from dogmatism and relativism alike. His writings reflect the intellectual pressures of Newtonian physics, Protestant moral seriousness, Enlightenment public reason, and the political tremors of eighteenth-century Europe. This volume is recommended for readers seeking not merely historical philosophy but a disciplined encounter with the foundations of modern thought. Students, scholars, and serious general readers will find in Kant an exacting guide to knowledge, duty, beauty, autonomy, and human dignity.

This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience. - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.

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Oversættere: Thomas De Quincey, Paul Carus, J. M. D. Meiklejohn, J. H. Bernard, T. K. Abbott, William Hastie, W. J. Eckoff, Emanuel F. Goerwitz, R. B. Haldane

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E-bog: 22. december 2023