Cambridge Studies in the History & Theory of Politics
This is the 1st full-length study in English of Hegel's political philosophy. Drawing on his philosophical works, political tracts & personal correspondence it shows how his concern with social problems influenced his concept of state.
Prefaced
Beginnings
Positivity & freedom
The modernization of Germany
The new era
Modern life & social reality
The owl of Minerva & the critical mind
The political economy of modern society
Social classes, representation & pluralism
The state: the consciousness of freedom
War
The English Reform Bill: the social problem again
History: the progress towards the consciousness of freedom
Epilogue
Bibliography
Index