Schelling and the End of Idealism (Hegelian Studies

by Dale E. Snow, William Desmond (Editor)

Schelling is finally beginning to emerge from the long shadow cast by the eminence and influence of Hegel. This book demonstrates that, far from merely forming a step on the royal road to Hegel, it was Schelling who set the agenda for German Idealism and defined the terms of its characteristic problems. Ultimately, it was also Schelling who explored the possibility of idealistic system-building from within and thus brought an end to idealism.

Genres: Philosophy, Ebooks

271 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1996

Reviews

[Josh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Schelling and the End of Idealism is a book focussing on encountering Schelling organically, on his own terms, and not through the lens of Hegelianism or other interpretations.

A key book in the veritable renaissance of study into Schelling's thought and development, arguing that Schelling set the agenda and framed the issues of German Idealism.

Snow, notably, argues against the oft cited judgement of Hegel that Schelling underwent his philosophical education in public, and sees far more cohesive development in Schelling's career in philosophy.

In particular, the discussion of how Schelling "went beyond" idealism in the later positive philosophy is fascinating. The elucidation of Schelling's development of the concept of the unconscious, foreshadowing Freud, is well explicated.

A good book that is worth the read.

[Paul G. · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent companion to reading Schelling's difficult works.