Understanding in Practice – A Study of Gadamer's Practical Philosophy

Author: Zhang Nengwei
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: This book provides a comprehensive and systematic discussion of Gadamer's early hermeneutics, revealing the internal logic of Gadamer's shift from theoretical hermeneutics to practical philosophy; it elaborates on the basic framework, theoretical content, and nature of practical philosophy; it explores how Gadamer employs practical philosophy to critically reflect on contemporary scientific rationality and technological civilization, as well as the modern value, significance, and limitations of Gadamer's practical philosophy; finally, it looks ahead to the significance of Gadamer's practical philosophy for the development of Marxist philosophy, the advancement of Chinese hermeneutics and practical philosophy, and the modern information network society.