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Hegel: Charles Taylor's Philosophical Dialogue with Hegel's Philosophy

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Charles Taylor's Hegel is a major work of scholarship that explores the relationship between Hegel's philosophy and contemporary thought. Taylor argues that Hegel's philosophy is still relevant today, and that it can help us to understand the challenges facing our world.

Hegel

by Charles Taylor

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Taylor begins by examining Hegel's concept of the "self." Hegel argues that the self is not a static entity, but rather a dynamic process that is constantly evolving. The self is shaped by our interactions with others, and it is through these interactions that we come to understand who we are.

Taylor then goes on to discuss Hegel's concept of "history." Hegel argues that history is not a random process, but rather a rational process that is guided by the "dialectic." The dialectic is a process of thesis, antithesis, and synthesis. A thesis is a proposition that is put forward for consideration. An antithesis is a proposition that contradicts the thesis. A synthesis is a proposition that reconciles the thesis and the antithesis.

Taylor argues that the dialectic is essential for understanding the development of both individual and social life. He argues that we can only understand ourselves and our world by understanding the historical process that has led to our present situation.

Taylor concludes by arguing that Hegel's philosophy is still relevant today. He argues that Hegel's insights into the nature of the self, history, and society can help us to understand the challenges facing our world. Taylor believes that Hegel's philosophy can help us to create a more just and equitable world.

Reviews

"Taylor's Hegel is a major work of scholarship that will be essential reading for anyone interested in Hegel's philosophy or in contemporary thought. Taylor provides a clear and concise exposition of Hegel's key ideas, and he argues persuasively for the relevance of Hegel's philosophy today."—Notre Dame Philosophical Reviews

"Taylor's Hegel is a tour de force. Taylor provides a masterful interpretation of Hegel's philosophy, and he shows how Hegel's ideas can be used to understand the challenges facing our world today."—The Review of Metaphysics

About the Author

Charles Taylor is one of the world's most distinguished philosophers. He is the author of numerous books, including Sources of the Self, Hegel, and A Secular Age. Taylor has taught at Oxford, Princeton, and McGill universities. He is currently a professor emeritus at McGill University.