Visible Spaces

Exploring the origins and implications of Hannah Arendt's political thought, this work delves into her challenging perspectives on the German-Jewish experience. Dagmar Barnouw utilizes unpublished archival materials to illustrate how these experiences shaped Arendt's philosophy, discussing her major works chronologically, including "Origins of Totalitarianism" and "The Human Condition." The book also offers a critical reassessment of her report on the Eichmann trial, providing a nuanced understanding of Arendt's ideas within their complex historical context.