Studi Lockiani 2025 - John Locke and Classical German Philosophy

Notably, beginning at least with the publication of Kant’s Critique of Pure Reason – where the “famous Locke" constitutes a pivotal reference (embodying, among other things, the model par excellence of "empiricism" in the sections on "history of pure reason") – Classical German Philosophy was characterized by constant confrontation with Locke’s insights. This dialogue with Locke is not restricted to epistemology: it also involves other areas, such as political philosophy. Notably, Locke’s concept of "property" and its philosophical justification was one of the main targets for German thinkers. This volume aims to illuminate Locke's multi-layered presence in post-Kantian philosophical debates, in order to grasp the role played by his thought in the fermentation processes of classical German philosophy (by focusing not only on the Essay on the Human Understanding but also his ethico-political writings).