Description
Although a good deal has been written about Kant's conception of free will in recent years, there has been no serious attempt to examine in detail the development of his views on the topic. This book endeavours to remedy the situation by tracing Kant's thoughts on free will from his earliest discussions of it in the 1750s through to his last accounts in the 1790s. This developmental approach is of interest for at least two reasons. First, it shows that the path that led Kant to view freedom as a transcendental power that is both radically distinct from and compatible with the causality of nature was a winding one. Second, it indicates that, despite the variety of views of free will that Kant held at various times, the concept occupied a central place in his thought, because it was the point of union between his theoretical and practical philosophy.
Traces the development of Kant's views on free will from earlier writings through the three Critiques and beyond.
About the Author
Henry Allison is Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at the University of California, San Diego. He is the author of nine books on Kant, including Kant's Theory of Freedom (Cambridge, 2003), Kant's Theory of Taste: A Reading of the Critique of Aesthetic Judgment (Cambridge, 2008), and Kant's Transcendental Deduction: An Analytical-Historical Commentary (2015).
Reviews
'In terms of scholarship, organization, and clarity this book lives up to the standard Allison established in his previous books, and it is an invaluable resource for scholars of Kant or those interested in the concept of freedom.' S. E. Forschler, Choice
'Allison's book is astounding in both breadth and depth. It is a fantastic resource that will likely prove to be essential reading for anyone who wants a deep understanding of Kant's theory of freedom.' Timothy Aylsworth, Journal of the History of Philosophy
Book Information
ISBN 9781316508466
Author Henry E. Allison
Format Paperback
Page Count 555
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 790g
Dimensions(mm) 230mm * 150mm * 30mm
Traces the development of Kant's views on free will from earlier writings through the three Critiques and beyond.
About the Author
Henry Allison is Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at the University of California, San Diego. He is the author of nine books on Kant, including Kant's Theory of Freedom (Cambridge, 2003), Kant's Theory of Taste: A Reading of the Critique of Aesthetic Judgment (Cambridge, 2008), and Kant's Transcendental Deduction: An Analytical-Historical Commentary (2015).
Reviews
'In terms of scholarship, organization, and clarity this book lives up to the standard Allison established in his previous books, and it is an invaluable resource for scholars of Kant or those interested in the concept of freedom.' S. E. Forschler, Choice
'Allison's book is astounding in both breadth and depth. It is a fantastic resource that will likely prove to be essential reading for anyone who wants a deep understanding of Kant's theory of freedom.' Timothy Aylsworth, Journal of the History of Philosophy
Book Information
ISBN 9781316508466
Author Henry E. Allison
Format Paperback
Page Count 555
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 790g
Dimensions(mm) 230mm * 150mm * 30mm
