Hegel''s ''Philosophy of Right''

Hegel''s Philosophy of Right is a classic text in the history of Western political thought  and one with which all serious students of political philosophy must engage. While it is a hugely important and exciting piece of philosophical writing, Hegel''s ideas and style are notoriously difficult to understand and the content is particularly challenging.  In Hegel''s ''Philosophy of Right'': A Reader''s Guide, David Rose explains the philosophical and political background against which the book was written and, taking each part of the book in turn, guides the reader to a clear understanding of the text as a whole. This is the ideal companion to study of this most influential and challenging of texts, offering guidance on



Philosophical and historical context

Key themes

Reading the text

Reception and Influence

Further Reading