Includes bibliographical references and index.

This classic introduction to one of the most influential modern thinkers, G. W. F. Hegel (1770-1831), has now been updated and expanded to make it even more comprehensive." "The book covers every aspect of Hegel's mature thought, including his philosophy of history, logic, phenomenology, philosophy of nature, philosophy of subjective spirit, political philosophy, aesthetics and philosophy of religion. In the course of the book, the author relates Hegel's ideas to those of many other thinkers, including Luther, Descartes, Kant, Newton and Thomas Kuhn. He clearly shows that Hegel's is a viable philosophical enterprise with important theories to contribute to a number of modern debates.