The Blackwell Guide to Hegel's Phenomenology of Spirit

This groundbreaking collective commentary on the whole of Hegel's Phenomenology of Spirit, written by a select group of leading international scholars, peels back the layers of Hegel's great work to reveal new insights into one of the most challenging works in the history of Western philosophy. By closely analyzing the original text, each essay illuminates the philosophical issues addressed in each section of Hegel's work. By considering the role and function of each section of text within the Phenomenology as whole, these essays achieve an impressive degree of cohesion. Individually and collectively, these essays also address the question of the internal unity of the Phenomenology, shedding further light on its true cohesiveness. The essays are suitable for advanced undergraduates and non-specialists, whilst also making original contributions to the field. The Guide begins with a synopsis of Hegel's Phenomenology by the editor based on the Guide's contributions, and features a select Bibliography of further sources on each of the chapters of the Phenomenology.