The Eric Voegelin Reader

Eric Voegelin (19011985) was one of the most original philosophers of our time, working throughout his life to account for the endemic political violence of the twentieth century, in an effort variously referred to as a philosophy of politics, history, or consciousness. Drawing from the University of Missouri Presss thirty-four-volume edition of his collected works, Charles Embry and Glenn Hughes have assembled a selection of Voegelins representative writings, satisfying the need for a single volume that can serve as a general introduction to his philosophy. The selection demonstrates the range and creativity of Voegelins thought, including writings that show his thinking as it developed historically in his long search for order in human society. The Eric Voegelin Reader will be welcomed by students of political philosophy, political science, philosophy of history, theology, and other fields, including those who are unfamiliar with Voegelins difficult, but exciting and stimulating, thought. The editors have provided a short introduction and situate each selection in the context of Voegelins overall work.