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French Philosophy in the Twentieth Century
Gary Gutting
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Paperback. A clear and comprehensive account of the history of French philosophy in the twentieth century. Num Pages: 434 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 165 x 228 x 30. Weight in Grams: 664. 434 pages. A clear and comprehensive account of the history of French philosophy in the twentieth century. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: HPCF. Dimension: 165 x 228 x 30. Weight: 682.
In this book Gary Gutting tells, clearly and comprehensively, the story of French philosophy from 1890 to 1990. He examines the often neglected background of spiritualism, university idealism, and early philosophy of science, and also discusses the privileged role of philosophy in the French education system. Taking account of this background, together with the influences of avant-garde literature and German philosophy, he develops a rich account of existential phenomenology, which he argues is the central achievement of French thought during the century, and of subsequent structuralist and poststructuralist developments. His discussion includes chapters on Bergson, Sartre, Beauvoir, Merleau-Ponty, Foucault, and ... Read more
In this book Gary Gutting tells, clearly and comprehensively, the story of French philosophy from 1890 to 1990. He examines the often neglected background of spiritualism, university idealism, and early philosophy of science, and also discusses the privileged role of philosophy in the French education system. Taking account of this background, together with the influences of avant-garde literature and German philosophy, he develops a rich account of existential phenomenology, which he argues is the central achievement of French thought during the century, and of subsequent structuralist and poststructuralist developments. His discussion includes chapters on Bergson, Sartre, Beauvoir, Merleau-Ponty, Foucault, and ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Number of pages
434
Condition
New
Number of Pages
434
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521665599
SKU
V9780521665599
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Reviews for French Philosophy in the Twentieth Century
'This very important review of philosophy in France from 1890 to 1990 will be of great value to newcomers and specialists … With helpful notes and a good index and bibliography, even those who object to some of Gutting's interpretations or criticisms will find this a valuable resource.' A. D. Schrift, Grinnell College 'Gutting's book is the most accomplished and ... Read more