The Critique of Judgement

The Critique of Judgement - Paperback

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The Critique of Judgement

The Critique of Judgement - Paperback

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Book Overview

A cornerstone of philosophical aesthetics, The Critique of Judgement is Immanuel Kant's profound exploration of beauty, the sublime, and the faculty of judgement. As the third installment in his 'Critique' series, this work extends his critical philosophy beyond knowledge and morality to the realm of aesthetic and teleological reasoning. Kant examines how we perceive and evaluate art and nature, arguing that aesthetic judgement is both subjective and universal. He also delves into the concept of purposiveness, addressing the intricate relationship between reason, nature, and human experience.

Placing his insights within the broader discourse of Enlightenment thought, Kant challenges the reader to reconsider the foundations of taste, artistic experience, and the role of judgement in shaping our understanding of the world. A seminal work in philosophy, The Critique of Judgement remains essential reading for those seeking to grasp the profound complexities of aesthetic and philosophical enquiry.

ISBN9781397667618
Author Immanuel Kant
PublisherLeft of Brain Books
GenreArts and Philosophy
FormatPaperback
PublishedApril 2025
LanguageENG- English
Pages184
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Immanuel Kant

Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) was one of the most influential philosophers of all time. His comprehensive and profound thinking on aesthetics, ethics and knowledge has had an immense impact on all subsequent philosophy. Marcus Weigelt's lucid reworking of Max Müller's classic translation makes the critique accessible to a new generation of readers, while his informative introduction places the work in context and elucidates Kant's main arguments.

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