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Herder'S Conception Of "Das Volk"
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Description
This concise, illuminating study guides readers through Johann Gottfried Herder s central thought his Das Volk concept and traces how his reflections on Volk and culture challenged the German Enlightenment and seeded Romantic nationalism. Clear and compelling, the book explains Herder s philosophy on language, folk traditions, and cultural heritage, showing how his ideas on nationhood and ethnic identity argued for a plural, organic view of peoples rather than imposed uniformity. Readers will discover how 18th-century philosophy, infused with empathy for cultural difference, laid groundwork for later debates about cultural nationalism and Herder s influence on literature, history, and political thought.
Unique in its historical sensitivity and literary grace, this edition restores a text that has been out of print for decades and presents it to today s readers with careful preservation. Alpha Editions has not merely reprinted a classic; we have restored it for today s and future generations producing a collector s item and cultural treasure that belongs on the shelf of casual readers, students, and classic literature collectors alike. Rich with context, readable without compromise, this volume makes Herder s ideas on nationhood and cultural heritage urgently relevant once more.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
70
Release Date:
2025-10-18
Publication Date:
2025-10-18
Publisher:
Alpha Edition
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN10:
9371346914
ISBN13:
9789371346917
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
Weight:
117 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
4 cm
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