How History Matters to Philosophy: Reconsidering Philosophy’s Past After Positivism (Routledge Studies in Contemporary Philosophy)
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Book Details
• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN-13: 9781138642157
• Writer: Robert C. Scharff
• Book Edition: 1
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Pages: 348
• Size: 8.4 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject/Category: Philosophy / History of Philosophy
Description
In How History Matters to Philosophy, Robert C. Scharff challenges the premise that the relevance of philosophy’s history is still up for debate. He argues that the very act of questioning history’s importance confirms its unavoidable influence on philosophical thought.
Key themes include:
• Reinterpretation of key figures like Socrates, Descartes, and Comte to show how history shaped even the most seemingly ahistorical philosophies
• A compelling argument that we inherit a historical narrative that subtly dictates history's optional status
• In-depth analysis of Dilthey, Nietzsche, and Heidegger to explore how truly historical thinking can be achieved
• A philosophical call to acknowledge our historical context rather than deny it
Scharff’s book is a profound reflection on the philosophical tradition and its legacy, offering critical insights into the inevitable entanglement between historical awareness and philosophical inquiry. It is an essential read for students and scholars interested in the philosophy of history and the historiography of philosophy.
