Johann Christoph Gottsched (1700-1766)

Johann Christoph Gottsched is one of the key figures in the early German enlightenment. This volume covers the entire gamut of Gottsched research, re-examines all accepted wisdom, and proposes new assessments for discussion. It pays particular attention to lesser known aspects of Gottsched’s work, such as his contributions to the natural sciences, political science, and his growing interest in questions related to anthropology and aesthetics.