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Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics That Will Be Able to Present Itself as a Science

Original titleger. Prolegomena zu einer jeden künftigen Metaphysik, die als Wissenschaft wird auftreten können · 1783
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Book Review

«Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics That Will Be Able to Present Itself as a Science» by Immanuel Kant is a seminal work in the history of philosophy, serving as an introduction to his more extensive work «Critique of Pure Reason». In the «Prolegomena», Kant aims to make his ideas more accessible and comprehensible, outlining the main principles of his transcendental philosophy. Critics note that this work is crucial for understanding Kantian epistemology and metaphysics, as it systematizes and clarifies key concepts such as a priori forms of knowledge and the distinction between phenomena and noumena. Some reviewers highlight that Kant successfully demonstrates the necessity of a critical approach to metaphysics, which is based on a rigorous analysis of the possibilities of human knowledge. However, despite the clarity of exposition, some critics point out the complexity and abstractness of Kant's ideas, which may pose challenges for the unprepared reader. Overall, the «Prolegomena» is considered a fundamental text that has significantly influenced the development of philosophical thought and continues to be relevant for contemporary research in metaphysics and epistemology.

Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics That Will Be Able to Present Itself as a Science
Date of publication: 30 September 2024
Last updated: 3 October 2024
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Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics That Will Be Able to Present Itself as a Science
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Original titleger. Prolegomena zu einer jeden künftigen Metaphysik, die als Wissenschaft wird auftreten können · 1783
Genre: Philosophy