Isbn: 9780907845836 - what is history? and other essays: selected writings (michael oakeshott: selected writings) (5 Ergebnisse)

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Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Pages in unused condition. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 2004, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> What is History? and Other Essays is a collection of thirty pieces by Michael Oakeshott, edited by Luke O'Sullivan. This compilation features mostly unpublished works that span Oakeshott's intellectual career, representing his insights into the philosophy of historical understanding, political philosophy, education, and aesthetics. Each essay was primarily crafted for lectures or seminars, embodying an informal style that ensures accessibility for both new readers and those familiar with Oakeshott's extensive body of work.The essays explore various themes central to Oakeshott's thought, including the nature of history and its implications for political practice and educational paradigms. By delving into these subjects, the collection enriches the discourse surrounding the philosophical underpinnings of historical narrative and the role of education in shaping understanding. As such, it appeals to a diverse audience, from students of philosophy to professionals in related fields, offering a nuanced view of Oakeshott's intellectual contributions.Readers can expect a clear and engaging examination of key concepts, with each essay providing a thoughtful perspective that encourages reflection on how history and politics intersect with educational ideals. This selection not only underscores Oakeshott's significance in contemporary philosophical discussions but also serves as an accessible entry point for those looking to engage with his ideas. (SP).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 480 pages. 8.50x5.50x1.50 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. This highly readable new collection of thirty pieces by Michael Oakeshott, almost all of which are previously unpublished, covers every decade of his intellectual career.KlappentextrnrnA highly readable new collection of almost 30 pieces by .

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This highly readable new collection of thirty pieces by Michael Oakeshott, almost all of which are previously unpublished, covers every decade of his intellectual career, and adds significantly to his contributions to the philosophy of historical understanding and political philosophy, as well as to the philosophy of education and aesthetics. The essays were intended mostly for lectures or seminars, and are consequently in an informal style that will be accessible to new readers as well as to those already well acquainted with Oakeshott's works. Early pieces include a long essay 'On the Relations of Philosophy, Poetry, and Reality', and Oakeshott's comments on 'The Cambridge School of Political Science' through which he himself had passed as an undergraduate. The collection also reproduces a substantial wartime essay 'On Peace with Germany'. There are two new essays on the philosophy of education, and the essay which gives the work its title, 'What is History ', is just one of over half a dozen discussions of the nature of historical knowledge. Oakeshott's later sceptical, 'hermeneutic', thought is also well represented by pieces such as 'What is Political Theory ' and 'The Emergence of the History of Thought.' Reviews of books by English and European contemporaries such as Butterfield, Hayek, Voegelin, and Arendt also help to place him in context more clearly than before. The book will be indispensable for all Oakeshott's readers, no matter which area of his thought concerns them most.…