The Heidegger Reader

The Heidegger Reader brings key texts from the entire course ofHeidegger's philosophical career into one volume. Many of the selections, translatedhere for the first time, offer new insight into Heidegger's thought for both thebeginning student and the experienced scholar. A critical and interpretiveintroduction by G nter Figal traces the many thematic paths that are necessary fordeveloping a comprehensive understanding of Heidegger's most important work. Thecarefully chosen readings are designed to reflect the concerns that are mostrelevant to philosophy today. Special features include an authoritative chronologyof Heidegger's life, a current list of the Complete Works, and a definitivetranslation of Heidegger's controversial interview with Der Spiegel.