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Frederik Christian SibbernDanish poet and philosopher.
Date of Birth: 18.07.1785
Country:  Denmark |
Content:
- Jens Christian Høffding
- Major Works
- Other Notable Publications
- "Logikens Elementer" (Elements of Logic)
Jens Christian Høffding
Jens Christian Høffding was a prominent Danish poet and philosopher.Academic Career
From 1813, Høffding held the position of Professor of Philosophy at the University of Copenhagen. His philosophical views closely aligned with the ideas of Friedrich Schelling.
Major Works
Menneskets aandelige Natur og V?sen (1819-1828)Høffding's seminal work, "Menneskets aandelige Natur og V?sen" (The Spiritual Nature and Being of Man), was later revised and published as "Psychologi" (1862). This comprehensive treatise on psychology explores the human mind and consciousness.
Other Notable Publications
In addition to his philosophical masterpiece, Høffding also authored several other notable works, including:
"Logikens Elementer" (Elements of Logic)
"Om Poesi og Konst" (On Poetry and Art)"Breve af Gabrielis" (Letters from Gabrielis)
Utopian Novel
Høffding's literary endeavors extended beyond poetry. In 1858-1872, he published the utopian novel "Meddelelser af Inholdet af et Skrift fra Aaret 2135" (Communications from a Manuscript of the Year 2135), envisioning a harmonious future society.
