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Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel’s major philosophical works include the following foundational texts:
- Phenomenology of Spirit (1807): Also known as the Phenomenology of Mind, this work traces the development of human consciousness from sensory experience to absolute knowledge.12
- Science of Logic (1812 and 1816): Published in two parts, this work serves as a cornerstone of his dialectical system.1
- Encyclopedia of the Philosophical Sciences (1817): A comprehensive compendium of his system, divided into three parts: Logic, Nature, and Mind.13
- Philosophy of Right (1821): This work explores his social and political philosophy, detailing his concept of an organic community.14
Additionally, several of Hegel’s influential works were published posthumously, consisting of lecture series on topics such as aesthetics, the philosophy of religion, and the history of philosophy.1