Continental Idealism

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Focusing on the origins of German idealism, this work posits Leibniz as a pivotal figure, challenging the traditional narrative that centers on Kant. Redding explores Leibniz's debates with Newton regarding space, time, and divinity, highlighting his blend of Platonic and Aristotelian thought. He illustrates how Kant's interpretation of Leibniz influenced his own transcendental idealism and shows how subsequent philosophers like Fichte, Schelling, Hegel, Schopenhauer, and Nietzsche grappled with Leibnizian concepts. This book provides a fresh perspective on the development of Continental philosophy.