Simon Gros

This Academia study edition of Hegel’s Science of Logic, Volume II: The Subjective Logic (1816) offers an in-depth and essential exploration of Hegel’s philosophical system, specifically his detailed framework of concepts that underpin his mature thinking on logic and the nature of reality. This volume, known as The Doctrine of the Concept, completes Hegel’s grand philosophical system by presenting key doctrines that range from the indeterminate notion of life to the absolute idea, which Hegel describes as the highest form of knowledge and the full realization of the dialectical method.

The book is structured into three main sections—Subjectivity, Objectivity, and The Idea—which guide readers through Hegel’s progression of thought from individual concepts to broader logical relationships, and finally to the absolute, self-determining idea. Within Subjectivity, Hegel examines fundamental logical forms such as judgment and syllogism, building a foundation for understanding the structure of rational thought and how concepts interrelate. In Objectivity, he explores the realms of mechanical, chemical, and organic life, showing how these processes represent different levels of interconnectivity and movement toward realization. Finally, in The Idea, Hegel advances to his concepts of life, knowledge, and ultimately the absolute idea, where true understanding and freedom are achieved. The culmination of these stages presents Hegel’s most comprehensive treatment of logic.

This volume is the historical-critical edition of Hegel’s Gesammelte Werke (Collected Works), which ensures it remains true to the original texts while providing rigorous scholarly support. It includes an introduction, a bibliography, and an index of persons that illuminate Hegel’s arguments within their broader historical and philosophical contexts. Extensive notes accompany the text, providing insight into Hegel’s unique use of language and often complex terminology. Translations of classical language citations are included, making Hegel’s arguments more accessible in specifics to contemporary readers, even those less familiar with Latin and Greek references.

One of the most valuable aspects of this edition is its critical apparatus, which includes editor’s notes and appendices that deepen readers’ understanding of Hegel’s logic. These annotations explain historical references and clarify Hegel’s sometimes opaque references to other philosophical figures and movements. This commentary is especially helpful given Hegel’s dense style and his tendency to engage with earlier philosophical traditions, such as Kantian and Aristotelian thought, through complex reinterpretations that are central to his system.

For students and scholars, this study edition offers more than just a translation or reproduction of Hegel’s work, it serves as a comprehensive guide that brings readers into conversation with Hegel’s philosophy. The supplemental materials contextualize his thought, making this edition both accessible to new readers and invaluable to seasoned Hegel scholars. As such, this volume not only provides an authoritative text of The Science of Logic but also enables a richer understanding of Hegel’s dialectical approach—one that seeks to integrate knowledge, reality, and the very nature of thought itself into a cohesive, self-realizing process.

This edition is an indispensable resource for anyone looking to engage seriously with Hegel’s philosophy, offering insights into both the systematic structure of his thought and the complex interrelationships between concepts that form the basis of his logic. By situating Hegel’s work within its philosophical tradition and providing tools for deeper analysis, this study edition allows readers to appreciate the ambitious scope and transformative power of Hegel’s logic, which continues to influence modern philosophy, critical theory, and the humanities.

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