G.W.F. Hegel (1770-1831) is considered one of the most important philosophers of German idealism as well as a powerful influence on subsequent thinkers.Robert E. Wood is a professor in the Institute of Philosophic Studies at the University of Dallas.

‘This is a very fine introduction to Hegel’s System of philosophy… For philosophers—whether rookie or veteran—wishing to enhance their appreciation of the breadth, depth, and lasting relevance of Hegel’s system, this is the book to read.’- Michael Baur (The Review of Metaphysics vol 69:02:2015) ‘There is much to admire in Wood’s book… His work is a welcome addition to the Hegel literature, and should be of interest to Hegel novices as well as seasoned scholars.’- C. Jeffery Kinlaw (American Catholic Philosophical Quarterly vol 89:04:2015)

• Foreword by William DesmondPart I: IntroductionPreface Hegel’s Life and ThoughtPart II: Overview of the Encyclopaedia of the Philosophic Sciences Overview of “Logic”, Part One of the Encyclopaedia of the Philosophic SciencesOverview of the “Philosophy of Nature”, Part Two of the Encyclopaedia of the Philosophic SciencesOverview of the “Philosophy of Spirit”, Part Three of the Encyclopaedia of the Philosophic SciencesPart III: Hegel’s Introduction to the System, Translation and Commentary: The Key Sections of “Philosophy of Spirit”, Part Three of the Encyclopaedia of the Philosophic Sciences ANTHROPOLOGY ConclusionPHENOMENOLOGYPSYCHOLOGYPart IV: Overview of the Concluding Sections of the “Philosophy of the Spirit”, Part Three of the Encyclopaedia of the Philosophic Sciences Objective Spirit SummaryAbsolute Spirit SummaryBibliography