Poetry, Language, Thought collects Martin Heidegger's pivotal writings on art, its role in human life and culture, and its relationship to thinking and truth. Essential reading for students and anyone interested in the great philosophers, this book opens up appreciation of Heidegger beyond the study of philosophy to the reaches of poetry and our fundamental relationship to the world. Featuring "The Origin of the Work of Art," a milestone in Heidegger's canon, this enduring volume provides potent, accessible entry to one of the most brilliant thinkers of modern times.
"An indispensable addition to Heidegger in English, and required reading for anyone interested in philosophy... Heidegger, in short, is here not merely philosophizing but thinking." - Choice: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries
"This collection of essays... offers the English-speaking reader a well-organized and characteristic encounter with Heidegger's thought that takes place this side of the so-called 'reversal'. Hofstadter's... succeeds admirably in the way of all good translations–by disappearing from view in our reading." - Dialogue: Canadian Philosophical Review
