Problems of Idealism
Subtitle: Essays in Russian Social Philosophy (Russian Literature and Thought Series)
Publisher: Yale University Press
Published: May 11, 2003
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 496
ISBN-13: 9780300095678
Subjects: Social & political philosophy; Western philosophy, from c 1900 -; 20th century; Philosophy; Russia; Europe - Russia & the Former Soviet Union; History & Surveys - Modern; Philosophy / Modern; General; Idealism
Description: The appearance of Problems of Idealism in 1902 was a watershed in the vibrant cultural renaissance known as the Russian Silver Age. A collection of twelve essays by some of Russia's most important philosophical thinkers, the volume has become a classic in the history of Russian thought. Its exploration of the philosophical foundations of liberalism - personhood , autonomy, law, progress - represents the highest achievement in the rich Russian tradition of social thought. This translation brings the original anthology to English-language readers for the first time. In a comprehensive introduction, Randall Poole places the volume in its historical context and assesses its significance. -- Publisher's website.