Schelling Reader

F.W.J. Schelling (1775-1854) is a key philosopher of the German idealist tradition. The Schelling Reader is the first English-language anthology of his key texts, showcasing his diverse interests and concerns. It includes significant passages from his major works, as well as lesser-known lectures and essays, revealing a philosopher who grappled with difficult philosophical problems for over six decades. The reader is organized thematically to highlight the continuity in Schelling's trajectory and the varied ways he tackled perennial problems. Each chapter includes sustained readings, explanatory notes, and an editorial introduction to assist students in engaging with the material.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 440 pages
Publication date: 29 October 2020
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

F.W.J. Schelling (1775-1854) is considered one of the foremost philosophers within the German idealist tradition, alongside J.G. Fichte and G.W.F. Hegel. The Schelling Reader serves as an invaluable introduction to Schelling's philosophy, presenting students with an English-language anthology of his most significant texts. This anthology showcases the diverse range of his interests and concerns, encompassing metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of nature, ethics, aesthetics, philosophy of religion and mythology, as well as political philosophy.

The reader includes essential passages from all of Schelling's major works, as well as lesser-known yet enlightening lectures and essays. It reveals a philosopher who engaged in rigorous and bold grappling with some of the most challenging philosophical problems for over six decades, continually modifying and correcting his earlier thoughts in light of new insights.

Schelling's evolving philosophies have posed significant challenges to the teaching of his thought. To address this, The Schelling Reader arranges readings from his work thematically, highlighting the continuity in his trajectory and the various approaches he took to tackle perennial problems. Each of the twelve chapters includes sustained readings that span the entirety of Schelling's career, accompanied by explanatory notes and an editorial introduction that provides insights into the main themes, arguments, and questions at stake in the text.

Furthermore, the Editors Introduction to the volume as a whole offers valuable contextual information about Schelling's life and work, aiding students in effectively engaging with the material. By presenting Schelling's philosophy in a thematic and comprehensive manner, The Schelling Reader provides a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in exploring the depth and complexity of his thought.

Weight: 672g
Dimension: 157 x 233 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350053335