Problems of Idealism Essays in Russian Social Philosophy Randall A. Poole, Caryl Emerson, Randall A. Poole

The appearance of "Problems of Idealism" in 1902 was a watershed in the vibrant cultural renaissance known as the Russian Silver Age. A collection of 12 essays by some of Russia's most important philosophical thinkers, this volume has become a classic in the history of Russian thought. Its exploration of the philosophical foundations of liberalism - personhood, autonomy, law, progress - represents a high achievement in the rich Russian tradition of social thought. This translation makes the original anthology available to English-language readers. In a comprehensive introduction, Randall Poole places the volume in its historical context and assesses its significance.

Randall A. Poole is assistant professor of social science and history in the College of General Studies at Boston University, where he is also a faculty fellow in the International History Institute.