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Containing all of the key writings leading up to the publication of his Philosophical Essays in 1777, this volume presents complete works by Johann Nicolaus Tetens (1736-1807) in English for the very first time. These important essays focus on method in metaphysics and mathematics, the analysis of language, and various anthropological questions that occupied thinkers of the period. Key features of the volume include: · Accurate, readable translations · Detailed scholarly notes · A substantial introduction situating Tetens's works in historical context · A German-English glossary This collection marks a significant contribution to scholarship on Kant and 18th-century German philosophy.

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Author:   Courtney D. Fugate (Florida State University, USA) ,  Curtis Sommerlatte (Florida State University, USA) ,  Dr Scott Stapleford (St. Thomas University, Canada)
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:   Bloomsbury Academic
Weight:   0.608kg
ISBN:  

9781350081444

ISBN 10:   1350081442
Pages:   312
Publication Date:   27 January 2022
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Acknowledgements Abbreviations Part 1. Introduction to the Translation Courtney D. Fugate, in collaboration with Curtis Sommerlatte Introduction Johann Nicolaus Tetens (1736–1807): An Historical Sketch Tetens and Kant Resumé of the Works Vocabulary and Style Part 2. The Translations 1. Thoughts on the Influence of the Climate on the Manner of Human Thought (1759) Translated by Courtney D. Fugate 2. Thoughts on Some Reasons Why There are So Few Settled Truths in Metaphysics (1760) Translated by Scott Stapleford 3. Letter to … on the Question: Whether the Difference in the Cognitive Abilities and Inclinations of Human Beings has its Ground in an Innate Difference, or in External Circumstances (1761) Translated by Curtis Sommerlatte 4. On the Difference of Human Beings with Respect to their Chief Inclinations (1762–1763) Translated by Curtis Sommerlatte 5. On the Principles and Benefits of Etymology (1765–1766) Translated by Courtney D. Fugate 6. On the Various Benefits of the Domains of Human Knowledge (1765) Translated by Courtney D. Fugate 7. On the Origin of the Desire for Honor (1766) Translated by Courtney D. Fugate 8. On the Origin of Languages and Writing (1772) Translated by Courtney D. Fugate 9. On the General Speculative Philosophy (1775) Translated by Courtney D. Fugate Part 3. Ancillary Materials Glossary Bibliography Index

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This excellent translation of Tetens' writings on method, language, and anthropology is a major contribution to scholarship on modern German philosophy. Not only are Tetens' works valuable for understanding Kant, they also illuminate the breadth and depth of philosophical reflection in a particularly rich period of intellectual history. * J. Colin McQuillan, Associate Professor of Philosophy, St. Mary's University, San Antonio, USA * With this fine collection of Tetens' essays and occasional pieces- expertly translated and meticulously annotated by Fugate, Sommerlatte, and Stapleford- English readers can see for the first time how thoroughly the ambition to offer his own grand synthesis animates Tetens' thought, and can explore for themselves the profound affinities that obtain throughout the works of Tetens and Kant. * Corey W. Dyck, Professor of Philosophy, Western University, Canada *

This excellent translation of Tetens' writings on method, language, and anthropology is a major contribution to scholarship on modern German philosophy. Not only are Tetens' works valuable for understanding Kant, they also illuminate the breadth and depth of philosophical reflection in a particularly rich period of intellectual history. * J. Colin McQuillan, Associate Professor of Philosophy, St. Mary's University, San Antonio, USA *

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Courtney D. Fugate is Associate Professor at the American University of Beirut, Lebanon. Curtis Sommerlatte is Dean’s Postdoctoral Scholar at Florida State University, USA. Scott Stapleford is Professor of Philosophy at St. Thomas University in Fredericton, Canada.

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