Discover the profound insights of Leo Strauss through Neil Robertson's expertly crafted introduction. This brand new text, totaling 220 pages and published by John Wiley & Sons in 2021, delves into the complexities surrounding Strauss's commitment to revive 'classical rationalism.' Strauss remains a controversial figure, often criticized for his perceived anti-democratic views, yet many believe his philosophy offers a strong defense of responsible democracy.

In this compelling account, Robertson transcends the polarizing critiques of Strauss by exploring his intellectual journey, from his formative years in Weimar Germany to his escape from Nazism, which informed his critique of modernity. This book vividly articulates the synthesis of Strauss's thoughts with those of Nietzsche and Heidegger, illuminating how their nihilistic perspectives contributed to a nuanced understanding of Western rationality.

The reconstruction of Strauss’s philosophical coherence presented in this guide is indispensable for students, scholars, and anyone intrigued by one of the 20th century’s most significant thinkers. Whether you're a philosophy enthusiast or someone eager to understand political theory, this text offers a unique lens into Strauss’s legacy. Ships free, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Please note, once the order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509516315
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 220


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Leo Strauss™s lifelong intellectual mission was to recover ˜classical rationalism™, a pursuit that has made him a controversial figure to this day. While his critics see him as responsible for a troubling anti-democratic strain in modern politics, others argue that his thought is in fact the best defence of responsible democracy.


Neil Robertson™s new introduction to Strauss aims to transcend these divides and present a non-partisan account of his thought. He shows how Strauss™ intellectual formation in Weimar Germany and flight from Nazism led him to develop a critique of modernity that tended to support a conservative politics, while embracing a radical sense of what philosophy is and can be. He examines the way in which Strauss built upon the thought of Nietzsche and Heidegger in order to show how their 'nihilism' led not to a standpoint beyond western rationality, but to a recovery of its roots.


This skillful reconstruction of the coherence and unity of Strauss™ thought is the essential guide for anyone wishing to fully grasp the contribution of one of the most contentious and intriguing figures in 20th century intellectual history.