Hegel's Political Philosophy

Hegel's political thought is reexamined through his justification of legal punishment, revealing him as a critic of social practices rather than an apologist for the status quo. Mark Tunick utilizes recently published lectures to present Hegel's philosophy of right, highlighting his unique approach of "immanent" criticism, which contrasts with radical critiques like Marx's. Tunick argues that Hegel views punishment as a criminal's right, advocating for a retributive ideal while critiquing aspects of the punishment system that conflict with this principle. This work appeals to both Hegel scholars and those interested in criminal law and social practices.