Springer - The Horizons of Continental Philosophy - Essay Book

Explore the foundational elements of continental philosophy with this scholarly volume from the Martinus Nijhoff Philosophy Library. This collection focuses on establishing the core principles of the field through a deep examination of the works of Husserl, Heidegger, and Merleau-Ponty. By studying these central figures, the text moves outward toward the various horizons that define modern thought. The essays examine how these ideas connect to the history of philosophy and newer directions in contemporary thought. Readers can trace the connections between these core thinkers and the broader landscape of continental philosophy, including the influence of figures like Lacan, Foucault, and Derrida. This book serves as a resource for understanding how classical phenomenological roots branch into alternative modes of philosophical inquiry and modern academic discourse.