Arnold Ruge

German philosopher and author

Arnold Ruge - German philosopher and author
Born

September 13th, 1802
223 years ago

Died

1880
145 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Germany

Links & References

Contributed to German philosophy in the 19th century. Engaged in the Young Hegelian movement and emphasized critical thinking and ethics. Fostered the spread of new ideas regarding freedom and democratic values. Authored several influential essays and writings.

Published influential essays on philosophy

Contributed to the development of critical thought

Participated in the Young Hegelian movement

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