Workshop: Doing Philosophy Historically
9 June 2026, 9-5, UNSW
This workshop aims to discuss the intersections and differences between
Philosophy and History of Philosophy. It considers questions including: What is
lost when philosophers treat historical texts as repositories of arguments
detachable from their contexts? What distinguishes philosophical engagement
with a past thinker from historical reconstruction? How do we separate
exegetical accuracy from philosophical assessment? When do we cross the line
between philosophical reconstruction and distorting the past? How is
philosophical progress dependent on historical understanding? And more.
Venue: UNSW John Goodsell (F20), L2 Room 221
In-person only
Registration is free but essential.
Registration, program and abstracts are available here:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/doing-philosophy-historically-tickets-1989201847273
For more information, contact Karyn Lai:
[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>
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