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Hannah Arendt

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Hannah Arendt by Elisabeth Young-Bruehl offers an in-depth exploration of the life and ideas of the influential political theorist, Hannah Arendt. Young-Bruehl delves into Arendt's personal and intellectual journey, highlighting her groundbreaking work on topics like totalitarianism, the nature of evil, and the role of public action. This biography presents a nuanced portrait of Arendt's complex character and profound influence on modern political thought.
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You might enjoy this insightful biography if you're interested in exploring the life and thoughts of Hannah Arendt, a renowned political theorist. It delves deeply into her influential ideas, intellectual journeys, and the historical context that shaped her work, making it ideal for readers fascinated by political philosophy and 20th-century history.

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This highly acclaimed, prize-winning biography of one of the foremost political philosophers of the twentieth century is here reissued in a trade paperback edition for a new generation of readers.

In a new preface, the author offers an account of writings by and about Arendt that have appeared since the book's 1982 publication, providing a reassessment of her subject's life and achievement.

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Elisabeth Young-Bruehl's biography of Hannah Arendt is praised for its thorough and beautifully written portrayal that highlights Arendt's impact on philosophy and political theory. The work is noted for being both personal and intellectual, offering insightful commentary on her life and contributions. It is regarded as indispensable for understanding Arendt and is praised for its comprehensive investigation of her life, including her relationships with other thinkers. The biography is commended for its dramatic narrative and deep exploration of both Arendt's personal and intellectual worlds.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780300105889

Publisher: Yale University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 October 2004

Country: United States

Imprint: Yale University Press

Edition: 2nd Revised edition

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 703g

Pages: 620

About the Author

Elisabeth Young-Bruehl, who now practices as a psychoanalyst in New York City, is on the faculty of the Columbia Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research.

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