Discover the life and thought of Jürgen Habermas through this exquisite biography by Stefan Müller-Doohm. As one of the most crucial public intellectuals of our time, Habermas has profoundly shaped political philosophy and social theory. This volume, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2016, features 456 pages of in-depth analysis and engaging narrative, making it an essential read for scholars of modern philosophy. Tracing Habermas's intellectual journey from his formative years in postwar Germany, the biography delves into his influential relationships with notable thinkers like Adorno and Horkheimer, illuminating how these connections shaped his revolutionary ideas. From his critical exploration of the public sphere to his impactful writings on communicative action, this book captures the essence of a philosopher committed to engaging with societal issues, including the implications of the Holocaust and the future of Europe. Experience the rich tapestry of Habermas's thoughts and the dynamic evolution of his work in this meticulously researched biography. Shipping for this item is free, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745689067
Year: 2016
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 456


Description:
˜JĂĽrgen Habermas™, wrote the American philosopher Ronald Dworkin on the occasion of the great European thinker™s eightieth birthday, ˜is not only the world™s most famous living philosopher. Even his fame is famous.™ Now, after many years of intensive research and in-depth conversations with contemporaries, colleagues and Habermas himself, Stefan MĂĽller-Doohm presents the first comprehensive biography of one of the most important public intellectuals of our time. From his political and philosophical awakening in West Germany to the formative relationships with Adorno and Horkheimer, MĂĽller-Doohm masterfully traces the major forces that shaped Habermas™s intellectual development. He shows how Habermas™s life and work were conditioned by the possibilities offered to his generation in the unique circumstances of regained freedom that characterized postwar Germany. And yet Habermas™s career is fascinating precisely because it amounts to more than a corpus of scholarly work, however original and influential that may be. For here is someone who continually left the protective space of the university in order to assume the role of a participant in controversial public debates Ð from the significance of the Holocaust to the future of Europe Ð and in this way sought to influence the development of social and political life in an arena much broader than the academy. The significance and virtuosity of Habermas™s many writings over the years are also fully and expertly documented, ranging from his early work on the public sphere to his more recent writings on communicative action, cosmopoli