Cognitive theory and phenomenology in Arendt's and Nussbaum's work on narrative

Veronica Vasterling

pp. 79-95

in: Human Studies 30 (2), 2007.

Abstract

In this essay I compare Nussbaum's and Arendt's approach to narrativity. The point of the comparison is to find out which approach is more adequate for practical philosophy: the approach influenced by cognitive theory (Nussbaum) or the one influenced by hermeneutic phenomenology (Arendt). I conclude that Nussbaum's approach is flawed by methodological solipsism, which is due to her application of cognitive theory.

Cited authors

Arendt Hannah

Nussbaum Martha C.