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Explore the profound history of German self-cultivation with this scholarly work from Cambridge University Press. This book examines the concept of 'Bildung' through the lens of major intellectual figures, ranging from Wilhelm von Humboldt to Thomas Mann. It investigates the unique relationship between culture and the individual, specifically looking at the German ideal of finding freedom within the invisible world of culture. The text explores how historical figures often viewed their social, political, and material circumstances as a form of fate, allowing them to focus on great achievements in philosophy, literature, and scholarship. By analyzing the shift in how the middle class perceived the connection between culture and politics, this book provides a deep look into the intellectual foundations of German idealism. It is an essential read for students and scholars interested in the history of criticism, German thought, and the evolution of educational philosophy.

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Examines the concept of Bildung and self-cultivation from the era of Humboldt to Thomas Mann.

Provides historical context on German idealism and its connection to literature and philosophy.

Analyzes the relationship between culture, politics, and the individual in German society.

Offers scholarly insights into the invisible world of culture as a source of true freedom.

Published by Cambridge University Press for academic and research reliability.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
04 February 2010
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15 October 2009

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