Self-Consciousness and the Critique of the Subject: Hegel, Heidegger, and the Po

Description: Self-Consciousness and the Critique of the Subject by Simon Lumsden Revisiting the philosophers key texts, Lumsden calls attention to Hegels reformulation of liberal and Cartesian conceptions of subjectivity, identifying a critical though unrecognized continuity between poststructuralism and German idealism FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Poststructuralists hold Hegel responsible for giving rise to many of modern philosophys problematic concepts-the authority of reason, self-consciousness, the knowing subject. Yet, according to Simon Lumsden, this animosity is rooted in a fundamental misunderstanding of Hegels thought, and resolving this tension can not only heal the rift between poststructuralism and German idealism but also point these traditions in exciting new directions. Revisiting the philosophers key texts, Lumsden calls attention to Hegels reformulation of liberal and Cartesian conceptions of subjectivity, identifying a critical though unrecognized continuity between poststructuralism and German idealism. Poststructuralism forged its identity in opposition to idealist subjectivity; however, Lumsden argues this model is not found in Hegels texts but in an uncritical acceptance of Heideggers characterization of Hegel and Fichte as "metaphysicians of subjectivity." Recasting Hegel as both post-Kantian and postmetaphysical, Lumsden sheds new light on this complex philosopher while revealing the surprising affinities between two supposedly antithetical modes of thought. Author Biography Simon Lumsden is senior lecturer in philosophy at the University of New South Wales, Sydney. He is recipient of fellowships from the DAAD and the Australian Research Council and has published widely on German idealism, phenomenology, and poststructuralism. Table of Contents Acknowledgments Abbreviations Introduction 1. The Metaphysics of Presence and the Worldless Subject: Heideggers Critique of Modern Philosophy 2. Fichtes Striving Subject 3. Hegel: Self-Consciousness and Self-Determination 4. Heidegger, Care, and Selfhood 5. Derrida and the Question of Subjectivity 6. The Dialectic and Transcendental Empiricism: Deleuzes Critique of Hegel Conclusion Notes Bibliography Index Review Self-Consciousness and the Critique of the Subject addresses a topic that, while familiar within the tradition of continental philosophy, is rarely addressed with the focus and clarity found here. Simon Lumsden has his own distinctive way of bringing Hegel to life, with Hegels views insightfully presented in a readily understandable way in clear prose uncluttered by Hegelese. -- Paul Redding, University of Sydney The great strength of Simon Lumsdens analysis is that it straddles a number of different philosophical worlds. Though writing from a largely Hegelian perspective, Lumsden has the audacity to wander about in other fields and consider other figures-that is, to venture outside the confines of his academic territory. Self-Consciousness and the Critique of the Subject is a highly disciplined work. It focuses on the status of the subject in the five philosophers that it analyzes and brings those thinkers into a confrontation with each other in a way that charts a new path for our understanding of German idealism and poststructuralism. -- Daniel W. Smith, Purdue University This clearly written and ambitiously set up book does provide a welcome kind of Anstoss to provoke further thought for anyone interested in the relation between German idealism, Heidegger and poststructuralism. -- Johan de Jong Hegel-Studien Review Quote This clearly written and ambitiously set up book does provide a welcome kind of Ansto Excerpt from Book Read the introduction: Details ISBN0231168225 Author Simon Lumsden Pages 288 Publisher Columbia University Press Year 2014 ISBN-10 0231168225 ISBN-13 9780231168229 Format Hardcover Imprint Columbia University Press Subtitle Hegel, Heidegger, and the Poststructuralists Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DEWEY 149.97 Media Book Short Title SELF CONSCIOUSNESS & CRITIQUE Language English Affiliation University of New South Wales Position Philosophy Coordinator Publication Date 2014-08-26 Translated from English NZ Release Date 2014-08-26 US Release Date 2014-08-26 UK Release Date 2014-08-26 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2014-08-25 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:129563237;

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