Leo Strauss, Philosopher
European VistasEuropean scholars discuss Leo Strauss as a major figure in the history of philosophy. This volume presents, for the first time in English, the approaches to Leo Strauss being pursued by European scholars in Spain, Italy, and Germany. Whereas the traditions of Strauss interpretation have, until recently, focused on issues of interest to political science and, to a lesser extent, religious studies, this collection makes a powerful contribution to the recent philosophical consideration of Strauss. Each essay treats a unique thread emerging from the tapestry of Straussian thought, illustrating Strauss’s thinking on the reading of ancient texts and on the relationship between philosophy and politics. In doing so, Strauss is placed squarely and uncompromisingly within the history of philosophy, in conversation with a large range of philosophical figures. Antonio Lastra is External Researcher of Instituto Franklin de Investigaci’n en Estudios Norteamericanos de la Universidad de Alcal’ in Spain. Josep Monserrat-Molas is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Barcelona. ISBN: 9781438461335, 143846133X
