THE I AND WE: STUDIES IN THE THEORY OF RECOGNITION (BY AXEL HONNETH)

Abstract

This review discusses Axel Honneth’s theory of recognition, which is further developed in his book The I in We: Studies in the Theory of Recognition. All parts of The I in We will be discussed through the lens of Honneth’s theory of intersubjectivity. The main task primarily consists in an exploration of the theoretical underpinnings and the evolution of Honneth’s theory of recognition, initially found in Part I, “Hegelian Roots.” Subsequently, a substantial analysis of The I in We in the chronological order will be performed, to situate the notion of recognition within a broader context of Honneth’s text.