Gadamer for Architects - Paperback

by Paul Kidder (Author)

Providing a concise and accessible introduction to the work of the twentieth century's celebrated German philosopher, Hans-Georg Gadamer, this book focuses on the aspects of Gadamer's philosophy that have been the most influential among architects, educators in architecture, and architectural theorists.

Gadamer's thinking opens a world of possibilities for understanding how building today can be rich with human meaning, relating to architecture's history in an insightful manner. While Gadamer's sensitivity to the importance of practice - to the way that theory arises out of practice and must maintain its relevance to practice - also gives his thought a remarkable usefulness that is equal to its depth and erudition.

Author Biography

Paul Kidder is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Seattle University, USA, where he has taught courses on ethics, urban life, and the philosophy art.