The Ubiquity of the Finite: Hegel, Heidegger, and the Entitlements of Philosophy

by Dennis J. Schmidt

Book Overview

What are the assumptions and tasks hidden in contemporary calls to "overcome" the metaphysical tradition? Reflecting upon the internal contradictions of the notions of "tradition" and "finiteness," Dennis J. Schmidt offers novel insights into how philosophy must relate to its traditions if it is to retain a vital sense of the plurality of "edges" that constitute its finiteness. He does this through a close examination of issues found in the work of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0262691396
• ISBN13: 9780262691390
• Release Date: March 1990
• Publisher: MIT Press
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher