An Introduction to the Politics and Philosophy of José Ortega Y Gasset

by Andrew P. Dobson

Book Overview

This book provides a general survey of the life and work of the Spanish philosopher and essayist Ortega y Gasset (1183-1955), author of the widely read The Revolt of the Masses. Dr Dobson divides his study into sections devoted to Ortega's political thinking and to his philosophy, rooting these in the context of contemporary Spain and discussing the wider implications of their influence. He examines Ortega's position with regard to the Civil War,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521123313
• ISBN13: 9780521123310
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"