Humanism: Foundations, Diversities, Developments - Paperback

by Jörn Rüsen (Author)

The book describes humanism in a systematic and historical perspective. It analyzes its manifestation and function in cultural studies and its role in the present. Sitting at the intersection of history and philosophy, the book is perfect for those exploring humanism from an historical perspective.

Author Biography

Jörn Rüsen is Senior Fellow at the Kulturwissenschaftliches Institut (Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities) at Essen, Germany. He specialises in the theory and didactics of history and intercultural humanism. His recent books include History: Narration, Interpretation, Orientation (2005) and Evidence and Meaning: A Theory of Historical Studies (2017).