How to Read Hegel Now

“How to Read Hegel Now compellingly reclaims Hegel’s philosophy in the name of contemporary social justice. In prose both beautiful and accessible, Hoff deftly enlists Hegel as a powerful ally for today’s progressives in the fight for a better tomorrow. Her book overflows with clearly expressed insights that will speak to everyone from educated lay readers to the most seasoned scholars of German idealism. How to Read Hegel Now rekindles the Hegelian flame to illuminate our present dark times, showing us both what problems truly matter and possible paths beyond them.” -- Adrian Johnston, University of New Mexico “Hoff has written a book that is not only timely and informative but necessary, as few books are. She explores the Hegelian roots of modern thinkers of liberation, cuts away metaphysical interpretations that have encrusted understandings of Hegel’s thought for centuries, and shows how Hegel helps us understand what it means to live in a world made by others. Clear and reliable, this book is a vital resource for anyone seeking to navigate our times.” -- John McCumber, University of California, Los Angeles