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First published in 1951, An Introduction to Philosophy of History by W. H. Walsh explores key philosophical questions about history. It examines historical explanation, truth, objectivity, and speculative philosophies of history, including insights from Kant, Herder, and Hegel. Walsh bridges the gap between history and philosophy, addressing the nature of historical facts, the role of values,... Read more
Preface 1. What is Philosophy of History? 2. History and the Sciences 3. Historical Explanation 4. Truth and Fact in History 5. Can History be Objective? 6. Speculative Philosophy of History: Kant and Herder 7. Speculative Philosophy of History: Hegel Some Further Writers Appendices Note on Books for Further Reading Index
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W. H. Walsh
