Selected Writings of Jan Patocka

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Selected Writings of Jan Patocka

Care for the Soul

History Philosophy Phenomenology and Existentialism Philosophy: metaphysics and ontology Social and political philosophy Political activism / Political engagement

Author: Jan Patocka

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Language: English

Published by: Bloomsbury Academic

Published on: 24th March 2022

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 392 pages

ISBN: 9781350139121


Jan Patocka's Contribution

Jan Patocka's contribution to phenomenology and the philosophy of history means that he is considered one of the most important philosophers of the 20th century. Yet, his writing is not widely available in English and the Anglophone world remains rather unfamiliar with his work.

About the Book

In this new book of essential Patocka texts, of which the majority have been translated from the original Czech for the first time, readers will experience a general introduction to the key tenets of his philosophy. This includes his thoughts on the relationship between philosophy and political engagement which strike at the heart of contemporary debates about freedom, political participation and responsibility and a truly pressing issue for modern Europe, what exactly constitutes a European identity?

Collection Significance

In this important collection, Patocka provides an original vision of the relationship between self, world, and history that will benefit students, philosophers and those who are interested in the ideals that underpin our democracies.

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