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Title: The Philosophy of History, Vol. 1 of 2
Note: Reading ease score: 26.8 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Philosophy of History, Vol. 1 of 2" by Friedrich von Schlegel is a philosophical work composed of lectures delivered in Austria during the early 19th century. This volume explores the nature of history, synthesizing critical thought and philosophical inquiry to assess human progress and culture across different eras. It delves into historical consciousness, the evolution of societies, and the interrelations of cultural systems, establishing a framework for understanding history through a philosophical lens. At the start of the book, Schlegel sets the stage by discussing his personal literary development and intellectual influences, offering a glimpse into the depth of his engagement with classical literature and philosophy. He reflects on significant intellectual figures in his life, such as Plato and the Greek tragedians, and mentions the cultural context in which he grew up, particularly focusing on the importance of ancient wisdom in shaping modern thought. The opening also introduces key themes that will inform the rest of the work, including his critiques of various historical interpretations and the concept of civilization's advances, underscoring the role of language, art, and philosophy in understanding the historical narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Schlegel, Friedrich von, 1772-1829
Translator: Robertson, James Burton, 1800-1877
EBook No.: 38365
Published: Dec 22, 2011
Downloads: 149
Language: English
Subject: History
Subject: History -- Philosophy
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Philosophy of History, Vol. 1 of 2
Note: Reading ease score: 26.8 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Adam Buchbinder and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This book was
produced from scanned images of public domain material
from the Google Print project.)
Summary: "The Philosophy of History, Vol. 1 of 2" by Friedrich von Schlegel is a philosophical work composed of lectures delivered in Austria during the early 19th century. This volume explores the nature of history, synthesizing critical thought and philosophical inquiry to assess human progress and culture across different eras. It delves into historical consciousness, the evolution of societies, and the interrelations of cultural systems, establishing a framework for understanding history through a philosophical lens. At the start of the book, Schlegel sets the stage by discussing his personal literary development and intellectual influences, offering a glimpse into the depth of his engagement with classical literature and philosophy. He reflects on significant intellectual figures in his life, such as Plato and the Greek tragedians, and mentions the cultural context in which he grew up, particularly focusing on the importance of ancient wisdom in shaping modern thought. The opening also introduces key themes that will inform the rest of the work, including his critiques of various historical interpretations and the concept of civilization's advances, underscoring the role of language, art, and philosophy in understanding the historical narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Schlegel, Friedrich von, 1772-1829
Translator: Robertson, James Burton, 1800-1877
EBook No.: 38365
Published: Dec 22, 2011
Downloads: 149
Language: English
Subject: History
Subject: History -- Philosophy
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.