The thought of G. W. F. Hegel has had a deep and lasting influence on a wide range of philosophical, political, religious, aesthetic, cultural and scientific movements. But, despite the far-reaching importance of Hegel's thought, there is often a great deal of confusion about what he actually said or believed. This is an invaluable introduction for philosophical beginners and a useful reference source for more advanced scholars and researchers.

Introduction Michael Baur Part 1: Hegel's Thought 1. Epistemology Jeffery Kinlaw 2. Metaphysics Nathan Ross 3. Philosophy of Mind John Russon 4. Ethical Theory Brian O'Connor 5. Political Philosophy Thom Brooks 6. Philosophy of Nature Alison Stone 7. Philosophy of Art Allen Speight 8. Philosophy of Religion Martin DeNys 9. Philosophy of History Lydia Moland 10. History of Philosophy Jeffrey Reid Part 2: Hegel's Legacy 11. Hegel, Marx, and Marxism Andrew Buchwalter 12. Hegel and Existentialism David Ciavatta 13. Hegel and Pragmatism Paul Redding 14. Hegel and Analytic Philosophy Russell Newstadt and Andrew Cutrofello 15. Hegel and Hermeneutics Michael Baur 16. Hegel and French Post-Structuralism Brent Adkins Chronology of Life and Works. Index

Michael Baur is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Fordham University, USA. His main areas of research include German idealism, the philosophy of law, American pragmatism, and contemporary continental thought.