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The essential Kant

This book offers a comprehensive overview of the works and ideas of the influential philosopher Immanuel Kant, focusing on his major contributions to metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and aesthetics. more

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Immanuel Kant
Immanuel Kant

German philosopher, an important representative of the Enlightenment movement, and the founder of the Kantian philosophical system. His thoughts have had a profound impact on the fields of philosophy, ethics, political science, and others. more

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