Hannah Arendt
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Hannah Arendt
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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.
Book Details
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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