The Critique of Judgement

A cornerstone of philosophical aesthetics, The Critique of Judgement is Immanuel Kant's profound exploration of beauty, the sublime, and the faculty of judgement. As the third installment in his 'Critique' series, this work extends his critical philosophy beyond knowledge and morality to the realm of aesthetic and teleological reasoning. Kant examines how we perceive and evaluate art and nature, arguing that aesthetic judgement is both subjective and universal. He also delves into the concept of purposiveness, addressing the intricate relationship between reason, nature, and human experience.

Placing his insights within the broader discourse of Enlightenment thought, Kant challenges the reader to reconsider the foundations of taste, artistic experience, and the role of judgement in shaping our understanding of the world. A seminal work in philosophy, The Critique of Judgement remains essential reading for those seeking to grasp the profound complexities of aesthetic and philosophical enquiry.

Product details

• Authors: Immanuel Kant
• Publisher: Left of Brain Books
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 09.04.2025
• EAN: 9781397667618
• ISBN: 978-1-397-66761-8
• No. of pages: 184
• Dimensions: 133 mm x 203 mm x 13 mm
• Weight: 314 g
• Subject: Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Philosophy: general, reference works