Critical Theory at the Crossroads of the Philosophy of History: The Case of Axel Honneth
摘要
The chapter examines Axel Honneth’s position at the crossroads to various interpretations of the philosophy of history, particularly, that of Hegel and critical theory tradition. Honneth is critical of any philosophy of history, including Benjamin’s, which he devotes more attention to in his writings. However, his normative theory of recognition aligns well with the historical experimentalism of pragmatism. The chapter delves into how this understanding of history influences his theory of justice.