Hannah Arendt and the History of Thought

Hannah Arendt and the History of Thought, edited by Daniel Brennan and Marguerite La Caze, explores Arendts relation to philosophical history and traditions, including analysis of thinkers not often linked to her and exploration of themes such as love, ethnicity, disability, human rights, politics, and statelessness. The collection expands the frames of reference for research on Arendt, including her Denktagebuch and ideas about judgment, feminism, and worldliness.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2022
Publisher: Lexington Books

Hannah Arendt and the History of Thought, edited by Daniel Brennan and Marguerite La Caze, is a groundbreaking work that enriches and deepens scholarship on Arendt's relationship with philosophical history and traditions. The book brings together a diverse range of contributors who explore various aspects of Arendt's thought, including thinkers not often associated with her, such as William Shakespeare, Hans Jonas, and Simone de Beauvoir. These contributors offer fresh perspectives on themes that are central to understanding Arendt's work, such as love in all its forms, ethnicity and race, disability, human rights, politics, and statelessness.

At the heart of the collection are chapters that delve into Arendt's interpretation of Kant and her connections to early German Romanticism and phenomenology. These chapters provide valuable insights into Arendt's philosophical development and her engagement with key thinkers of her time. Additionally, other chapters explore new avenues of inquiry, such as Arendt and film, her philosophical relationships with other women thinkers, and her influence on Eastern European thought and activism.

By expanding the frames of reference for research on Arendt, this collection offers a broader range of texts to consider, including her Denktagebuch, which provides a glimpse into her personal thoughts and writings. It also allows for a deeper examination of her ideas about judgment, feminism, and worldliness in the broader context of her philosophical oeuvre.

Overall, Hannah Arendt and the History of Thought is a must-read for anyone interested in Arendt's thought, philosophy, and the broader historical and cultural context in which she worked. The book provides a rich and comprehensive exploration of her ideas, making it an invaluable resource for scholars and students alike.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781666900859