The Routledge Guidebook to Hegel's Phenomenology of Spirit

The Phenomenology of Spirit is arguably Hegela (TM)s most influential and important work, and is considered to be essential in understanding Hegela (TM)s philosophical system and his contribution to western philosophy. The Routledge Guidebook to Hegela (TM)s Phenomenology of Spirit introduces the major themes in Hegela (TM)s great book and aids the reader in understanding this key work, examining:

• The context of Hegela (TM)s work and the background to his writing
• Each separate part of the text in relation to its goals, meanings and impact
• The reception the book received when first seen by the world
• The relevance of Hegela (TM)s work to modern philosophy

With a helpful introductory overview of the text, end of chapter summaries and further reading included throughout, this text is essential reading for all students of philosophy, and all those wishing to get to grips with this classic work of philosophy.