Taylor and Francis

Taylor and Francis

English

’This is an extremely well-informed and interesting book; I share Dunlop's esteem for Kolnai.’ Roger Scruton ’The thing that is needed is a simple exposition of Kolnai's writings, emphasising not only their place in twentieth century philosophy but also their raison d'être as Kolnai's responses to the historic events of the twentieth century and the experiences of his own life amidst these events - this is what Dunlop has provided.’ David Wiggins '...a densely written and intriguing portrait of a brilliant, restless and acerbic Central European savant.' The Tablet 'Dr Dunlop must be congratulated on The Life and Thought of Aurel Kolnai...Here is an honest and demanding thinker who lost both his parents in World War II and lived a life of exile. For Christianity to flourish in the 21st century, we all have to think hard and take risks. Philosophy's central question, "What is the meaning of life?" is put to us all, whether we are old or young.' Church Times '... a substantial account of this most interesting person and significant philosopher and political commentator, which sets its subject firmly in the intellectual and political contexts of his varied life.' Appraisal 'It is an astonishingly meticulous, extraordinarily well-documented, simply but effectively structured, eloquently written biography, based on an extensive and thorough research.' Philosophy 'Francis Dunlop's excellent, painstakingly researched biography should restore Kolnai to his rightful place as an astute critic of modernity and its discontent.' Theological Studies '... Dunlop's biography will surely become the starting point for future studies of Kolnai'. Modern Age