[PDF] The Relationship Between Max Stirners Thought And Nihilism eBook

Author : DR. TIMOTHY. DOWDALL
Publisher : Boydell & Brewer
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 41,7 MB
Release : 2024-05-14
Category : History
ISBN : 1640141707

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A reassessment of the controversial, yet still influential nineteenth-century German philosopher that explores the contentious issue of whether he was, as his critics frequently claim, a nihilist.Max Stirner (1806-1856) is often regarded as an enfant terrible of nineteenth-century German philosophy, but he has continued to exert an influence despite his marginalization as a nihilist. This study is the first to tackle head-on the question of whether Stirner can indeed reasonably be described as a nihilist. Although he is not known ever to have used the word "nihilism" or any of its derivatives, he was first accused of being a nihilist immediately after the publication of his magnum opus Der Einzige und sein Eigentum (translated in most English editions as The Ego and His Own) in 1844. Since then, the allegation has been repeated by well over a hundred writers and critics, with the result that it has become something of a truism. The book aims, first, to establish a clear understanding of the multifarious meanings of the term nihilism; second, to examine the accusations leveled at Stirner in the light of those meanings; and third, to assess not only the fairness and accuracy of the imputation of nihilism but also its usefulness in understanding Stirner as a thinker. It thus provides new insights into Stirner's thought, challenges the orthodox view of him as a philosophical pariah, reassesses his ideas and their place in the history of philosophy, and addresses the recurrent issue of his contemporary relevance.ngs of the term nihilism; second, to examine the accusations leveled at Stirner in the light of those meanings; and third, to assess not only the fairness and accuracy of the imputation of nihilism but also its usefulness in understanding Stirner as a thinker. It thus provides new insights into Stirner's thought, challenges the orthodox view of him as a philosophical pariah, reassesses his ideas and their place in the history of philosophy, and addresses the recurrent issue of his contemporary relevance.ngs of the term nihilism; second, to examine the accusations leveled at Stirner in the light of those meanings; and third, to assess not only the fairness and accuracy of the imputation of nihilism but also its usefulness in understanding Stirner as a thinker. It thus provides new insights into Stirner's thought, challenges the orthodox view of him as a philosophical pariah, reassesses his ideas and their place in the history of philosophy, and addresses the recurrent issue of his contemporary relevance.ngs of the term nihilism; second, to examine the accusations leveled at Stirner in the light of those meanings; and third, to assess not only the fairness and accuracy of the imputation of nihilism but also its usefulness in understanding Stirner as a thinker. It thus provides new insights into Stirner's thought, challenges the orthodox view of him as a philosophical pariah, reassesses his ideas and their place in the history of philosophy, and addresses the recurrent issue of his contemporary relevance.

Author : Jacob Blumenfeld
Publisher : John Hunt Publishing
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 28,93 MB
Release : 2018-12-14
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1785358952

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Max Stirner’s The Unique and Its Property (1844) is the first ruthless critique of modern society. In All Things are Nothing to Me, Jacob Blumenfeld reconstructs the unique philosophy of Max Stirner (1806–1856), a figure that strongly influenced—for better or worse—Karl Marx, Friedrich Nietzsche, Emma Goldman as well as numerous anarchists, feminists, surrealists, illegalists, existentialists, fascists, libertarians, dadaists, situationists, insurrectionists and nihilists of the last two centuries. Misunderstood, dismissed, and defamed, Stirner’s work is considered by some to be the worst book ever written. It combines the worst elements of philosophy, politics, history, psychology, and morality, and ties it all together with simple tautologies, fancy rhetoric, and militant declarations. That is the glory of Max Stirner’s unique footprint in the history of philosophy. Jacob Blumenfeld wanted to exhume this dead tome along with its dead philosopher, but discovered instead that, rather than deceased, their spirits are alive and quite well, floating in our presence. All Things are Nothing to Me is a forensic investigation into how Stirner has stayed alive throughout time.

Author : John P. Clark
Publisher : Freedom Press (CA)
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 48,28 MB
Release : 1976
Category : Anarchism
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A major essay on the basis of individualist thought, with reference to the major influence of Stirner.

Author : Keiji Nishitani
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 42,11 MB
Release : 1990-10-02
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780791404386

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The first English translation (by Graham Parker, with Setsuko Aihara) of a forty-year-old Japanese classic--Nishitani's treatment of the problem of nihilism, with particular reference to Nietzsche's philosophical ideas, and from a perspective influenced by Buddhist thought. Paper edition (unseen), $14.95. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Lawrence S. Stepelevich
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 21,96 MB
Release : 2020-12-02
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1793636893

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Max Stirner on the Path of Doubt examines Stirner's incisive criticism of his contemporaries during the period from the death of Hegel, in 1831, to the 1848 German Revolution. Stirner's work, mainly the Ego and His Own, considered each of the major figures within that German school known as “The Young Hegelians.” Lawrence S. Stepelevich argues that for Stirner, they were but “pious atheists,” and their common revolutionary ideology concealed an ancient religious ground – which Stirner set about to reveal. The central doctrine of this school, that Mankind was its own Savior, was initiated in 1835 by the theologian, David F. Strauss's in his Life of Jesus , and it progressed with August von Cieszkowski's mystical recasting of history, followed by Bruno Bauer's absolute atheism and Ludwig Feuerbach's statement that “Man is God.” This soon found reflection in the “Sacred History of Mankind” declared by Moses Hess. Within a decade, the result was the secular reformulation of this theological ideology into the “Scientific Socialism” of Karl Marx and Frederick Engels. Although linked to it, Max Stirner was the most relentless and feared critic of this school. His work, never out of print, but largely ignored by academics, has inspired countless “individualists” set upon rejecting any form of religious or political “causes,” and finding Stirner's assertion that he had “set his cause upon nothing” took this as their own cause.

Author : Max Stirner
Publisher : Namaskar Book
Page : 619 pages
File Size : 25,42 MB
Release : 2023-08-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN :

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Prepare to challenge your perceptions and question the foundations of conventional thought with "The Ego and His Own: Unleashing the Philosophy of Max Stirner" by Max Stirner. In this groundbreaking work, Stirner offers a radical critique of societal norms and explores the concept of individual sovereignty like never before. As you delve into Stirner's provocative philosophy, be prepared to confront the very essence of identity and existence. Stirner's uncompromising approach challenges readers to liberate themselves from the constraints of societal expectations and embrace the full potential of their individuality. But here's the daring question that underpins Stirner's philosophy: What if true freedom lies not in adherence to collective ideologies, but in the unbridled expression of one's own desires and aspirations? Could Stirner's vision of the ego as the ultimate authority revolutionize our understanding of human nature? Engage with Stirner's radical ideas as he dismantles the pillars of traditional morality and advocates for a philosophy of self-assertion and self-interest. Through his incisive critique, Stirner challenges readers to question the legitimacy of external authority and reclaim their autonomy. Are you ready to embark on a philosophical journey that will shake the very foundations of your beliefs? Immerse yourself in Stirner's thought-provoking discourse, where every page invites you to challenge the status quo and embrace the sovereignty of the self. Let Stirner's words inspire you to break free from societal constraints and forge your own path towards liberation. Here's your invitation to unleash the philosophy of Max Stirner and discover the power of individual sovereignty. Will you dare to explore the depths of your own ego with "The Ego and His Own"? Don't miss out on the opportunity to engage with one of the most radical thinkers in the history of philosophy. Purchase your copy of "The Ego and His Own: Unleashing the Philosophy of Max Stirner" now, and embark on a journey of intellectual discovery and personal liberation.

Author : Max Stirner
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 47,87 MB
Release : 1995-04-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9780521456470

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Max Stirner's The Ego and Its Own is striking and distinctive in both style and content. First published in 1844, Stirner's distinctive and powerful polemic sounded the death-knell of left Hegelianism, with its attack on Ludwig Feuerbach, Bruno and Edgar Bauer, Moses Hess and others. It also constitutes an enduring critique of both liberalism and socialism from the perspective of an extreme eccentric individualism. Karl Marx was only one of many contemporaries provoked into a lengthy rebuttal of Stirner's argument. Stirner has been portrayed, variously, as a precursor of Nietzsche (both stylistically and substantively), a forerunner of existentialism and as an individualist anarchist. This edition of his work comprises a revised version of Steven Byington's much praised translation, together with an introduction and notes on the historical background to Stirner's text.