Hegel and Marx: Introductory Lectures

by Elie Kedourie, Sylvia Kedourie (Editor), Helen Kedourie (Editor)

Based on Elie Kedourie's celebrated lectures at the London School of Economics, this is a sparkling introduction to the often difficult, sometimes opaque writings of Hegel and Marx. With characteristic eloquence and clarity, Kedourie provides an authoritative exposition of the contributions made by these two thinkers in shaping the foundations of contemporary political philosophy. Hegel and Marx will be welcomed by students and scholars alike.

Genres: Philosophy

238 pages, Paperback

First published January 13, 1995

About the author

Elie Kedourie, CBE, FBA was a British historian of the Middle East. He wrote from a liberal perspective, dissenting from many points of view taken as orthodox in the field. He was at the London School of Economics (LSE) from 1953 to 1990, becoming Professor of Politics.

Reviews

[Benjamin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Highly enjoyable for me to read. Author presents Hegel w/ sparkling clarity. The work of Hegel itself is enchanting.