Goethe and Hegel on Hedonism and Idealism
Goethe and Hegel on Hedonism and Idealism

Summary/Abstract: This paper begins with a general comparison between Hegel and Goethe, identifying both similarities and dissimilarities in their narratives of the spirit. It then advances with a more technical comparison of direct quotes from Goethe and Hegel dealing with hedonism and idealism that speak of either individual happiness or collective happiness. It shows that both Goethe and Hegel deem pleasure and social utopia as unable to secure an authentic reconciliation.

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