Herder's conception of "das Volk"

In «Herder's Conception of 'Das Volk,'» Georgiana Rose Simpson delves into Johann Gottfried Herder's influential exploration of national identity and cultural essence. She articulates the nuances of Herder'Äôs philosophy, situating his thoughts within the frameworks of 18th-century Enlightenment and Romanticism. Simpson navigates through Herder's ideas on folk culture, language, and the significance of populism, revealing how they shaped understanding of the 'Volk' as a vital and distinct entity in the fabric of modern nation-states. The text is marked by its academic rigor and clarity, making complex... Weiter