Max Scheler in Dialogue

This book explores Max Scheler's contributions to philosophical and sociological debates, highlighting his role as an interpreter, transmitter, and respondent to the tradition. It examines his influence on thinkers such as Tischner and Løgstrup and his significance within Catholic thought. The book appeals to students and researchers, offering insights into how engaging with Scheler can benefit contemporary discussions on embodiment, psychopathology, and value pluralism.

Format: Hardback
Length: 270 pages
Publication date: 19 May 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive volume delves into the profound impact of Max Scheler's philosophical and sociological ideas on the 21st century. Serving as an interpreter, transmitter, and respondent to the philosophical and sociological tradition, Scheler played a pivotal role in shaping the intellectual landscape of his time. He served as a conduit for his contemporaries, inspiring and shaping subsequent and ongoing debates in philosophy, psychology, and political thought. Both emerging and established scholars contribute to this volume, shedding light on various aspects of Scheler's thought, including the nature of moral facts, personal individuality, cosmopolitanism, and the potential for intercultural understanding. The contributors explore Scheler's influence on thinkers such as Tischner and Løgstrup, as well as his significant role within Catholic thought. The book appeals to students and researchers alike, offering valuable insights into how engaging with Scheler's ideas can enrich contemporary discussions on embodiment, psychopathology, and value pluralism.

Max Scheler's profound influence extends far beyond his lifetime, as his ideas continue to shape contemporary debates and discussions.

In the realm of philosophy, Scheler's exploration of the nature of moral facts and his concept of personal individuality have sparked intense interest among scholars. His ideas on cosmopolitanism have challenged traditional notions of national identity and promoted a broader understanding of human interconnectedness.

In psychology, Scheler's insights into the dynamics of human behavior and his concept of psychopathology have provided valuable frameworks for understanding complex mental processes and disorders.

In political thought, Scheler's ideas on the role of values and the pursuit of social justice have inspired social movements and political ideologies seeking to address societal inequalities and promote a more equitable society.

By examining the enduring relevance of Max Scheler's ideas, this volume contributes to the ongoing dialogue between different disciplines and fosters a deeper understanding of the complex issues facing our world today.

Weight: 594g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030948535
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022