Kant in Brazil

This collection of essays, Kant in Brazil, presents significant contributions from Brazilian scholars, enriching the global discourse on Kant's philosophy.

The volume Kant in Brazil showcases a curated selection of the finest papers authored by Brazilian Kant scholars, aimed at enriching the discourse surrounding Kant's philosophy. This collection emerged from the 2005 International Kant Congress held in São Paulo, providing an opportunity for Anglophone readers to engage with significant contributions from Brazilian scholars that had previously been overlooked. By translating these essays into English for the first time, the book fosters greater interaction between North American and Brazilian philosophers, ultimately broadening the global conversation on Kantian thought.

Within Kant in Brazil, readers will find an insightful editor's introduction that outlines the institutional landscape of Kant studies in Brazil. Following this introduction, the essays offer a comprehensive survey of the evolution of Kant studies in Brazil over the last two centuries. The collection includes interpretive essays that delve into various aspects of Kant's work, encompassing theoretical philosophy, ethics, political philosophy, history, aesthetics, and teleology. This breadth underscores the diverse approaches and interpretations that Brazilian scholars bring to Kant's philosophy.

The essays are characterized by a variety of philosophical styles, including analytical, philological, reflective, and comparative methods. This diversity not only highlights the richness of Brazilian philosophical traditions but also invites readers to reconsider and incorporate these innovative perspectives into their own understanding of Kantian philosophy. Authored by prominent scholars such as Frederick Rauscher and Daniel Omar Perez, Kant in Brazil is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersections of Kant's thought and Brazilian scholarship.