{"title":"Steven J. Lenzner","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the profound and thought-provoking world of philosophy and psychology with the works of Steven J. Lenzner. Esteemed for his deep insights and scholarly interpretations, Lenzner's contributions to the literary universe offer readers a chance to explore the intricate ideas of renowned philosophers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable collections is \u003cem\u003eLeo Strauss' Published but Uncollected English Writings\u003c\/em\u003e. This compelling compilation provides a fresh perspective on Strauss, a pivotal figure in political philosophy. Through Lenzner’s meticulous editing and analysis, readers gain access to previously less explored facets of Strauss's intellectual legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a long-time enthusiast of philosophical studies or a curious new reader, Steven J. Lenzner's works serve as an invaluable resource for understanding complex philosophical and psychological themes. His writings invite readers to ponder and engage with fundamental questions of human existence and governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmbark on an enlightening journey with Steven J. Lenzner’s expertly curated texts and discover the enduring relevance of philosophical inquiry.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"leo-strauss-published-but-uncollected-english-writings-by-steven-j-lenzner-9781587314612","title":"Leo Strauss` Published but Uncollected English Writings","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny presentation of political philosophy in the 20th century is radically incomplete without Leo Strauss. The appearance of this collection is particularly important given the relentless but shifting interest in his influence and thought in recent years. An emphasis on what Strauss has directly published, the editors Lenzner and Minkov assert, must retain primacy when establishing his full range of importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThough Strauss scholars, to say nothing of others, have reason to be grateful for the publication in recent years of many of Strauss’s unpublished lectures and essays as well as his correspondence with some of his leading contemporaries, the publication of these materials has tended to overshadow the serious study of those works upon which he sought to establish his reputation and legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most complete record of Strauss includes his full books together with his other published writings, and the intention of this volume is to present in one collection everything Strauss chose to publish in English that has not already appeared as a full-length book. The material is arranged chronologically so as to provide the most direct connection to the author himself and avoid undue categorization by the editors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the highlights of these works published between 1937 and 1972 are striking formulations not to be found in his books on the relationship between philosophy and society, which is perhaps the most prominent theme in Strauss’s corpus taken as a whole. Also included are rare “personal” statements that shed light on his self-understanding as a philosopher; his first writing devoted solely to a classical thinker, \u003cem\u003eThe Spirit of Sparta or the Taste of Xenophon\u003c\/em\u003e; his first piece devoted to Plato, \u003cem\u003eOn a New Interpretation of Plato’s Political Philosophy\u003c\/em\u003e; his most searching engagement of Jean-Jacques Rousseau; his first treatment of the thought of Niccolò Machiavelli and a wonderful, later treatment of Machiavelli’s relation to ancient writers; and a critical review of a book on Xenophon’s \u003cem\u003eHellenica\u003c\/em\u003e which expands Xenophon’s own work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis new compilation of Strauss's scattered work is invaluable for those interested in the political philosopher, to be sure. But it is also an important contribution to the field in general as well as the history of philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000669618412,"sku":"9781587314612","price":85.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3766253482753.jpg?v=1763295181"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/steven-j-lenzner.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}