This book analyzes the transition of metaphysical research in America, initially influenced by the methods of Jonathan Edwards and the Scottish school, toward a modified transcendentalism under the sway of German metaphysics. The author traces the shift from a dry New England style to a more spiritual, elevating, and moral philosophy, examining the impact of German philosophers like Kant, Fichte, Schelling, and Hegel on American thought. The book delves into the implications of transcendentalism for ethics and theology, exploring the tension between the search for empirical knowledge and the appeal of a priori principles. Ultimately, the author highlights the insights this book offers into the evolution of American philosophical thought, shedding light on the ongoing debates surrounding the nature of reality, knowledge, and the human condition.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book analyzes the transition of metaphysical research in America, initially influenced by the methods of Jonathan Edwards and the Scottish school, toward a modified transcendentalism under the sway of German metaphysics. The author traces the shift from a dry New England style to a more spiritual, elevating, and moral philosophy, examining the impact of German philosophers like Kant, Fichte, Schelling, and Hegel on American thought. The book delves into the implications of transcendentalism for ethics and theology, exploring the tension between the search for empirical knowledge and the appeal of a priori principles. Ultimately, the author highlights the insights this book offers into the evolution of American philosophical thought, shedding light on the ongoing debates surrounding the nature of reality, knowledge, and the human condition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282237776_0
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