Multipolare Begegnungen

This volume delves into the intricate relationship between the political left and Carl Schmitt, one of the most influential and controversial political theorists of the 20th century. The contributions collected here illuminate how various left-wing currents, from radical Marxism to left-liberalism, engaged with Schmitt’s work, sometimes finding commonalities and at other times drawing distinct boundaries. The articles explore the historical contexts surrounding these interactions and offer diverse methodological and disciplinary approaches to Schmitt’s reception. In doing so, this volume also sheds light on the internal tensions and struggles inherent within the political left.

With contributions by
Bianca Maria Esposito | Hjalmar Falk | Leon Hartmann | Felix Herkert | Sebastian Jan Kaufmann | Jan Kerkmann | Carl Antonius Lemke Duque | Reinhard Mehring | Jacob Schultz | Eva Stubenrauch | Péter Techet | Milan Wenner | Markus Winkler