Roger Scruton once described Hegel as 'probably the greatest of all conservative philosophers'. As the great 'philosopher of home', Hegel transformed, not only the way we think about philosophy, but the way we think about the world and our place in it. In this lecture series, Scruton biographer and literary executor Dr Mark Dooley will examine all facets of Hegel's inspiring vision, showing why it is the bedrock of conservative thought. Beginning with his refutation of Kantian idealism, Dr Dooley will guide us through Hegel's theory of selfhood and how this relates to his philosophies of art, religion and political thought. Dooley often referred to Scruton as 'Hegel on horseback'. One of the aims of this series is to show why, despite his Kantianism, Scruton was just that.

The Roger Scruton Legacy Foundation invites you to join us on March 8, 15, 22 and 29 for this four-part lecture series led by Dr Dooley. Depending upon your location, each session will begin at 11 am EST, 4 pm GMT, or 5 pm CET with a one-hour lecture followed an hour-long discussion. Prior to each session, a selection of readings will be sent out on the lecture's topic. Space is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis.

Lecture Dates and Titles

March 8: Homelessness of the Mind: Hegel's Critique of Kant

March 15: Making the World in Our Own Image: Hegel's Theory of Selfhood

March 22: The Union of Subject and Object: Art, Religion & History

March 29: Coming Home: The Philosophy of Right

About the Speaker

Dr Mark Dooley is an Irish philosopher, writer, and newspaper columnist. Dooley serves as the executor of Roger Scruton's literary estate and is a member of the Foundation's Advisory Board. He is the author of several books including The Philosophy of Jacques Derrida (2007), Roger Scruton: The Philosopher on Dover Beach (2009), The Roger Scruton Reader (2011) and Conversations with Roger Scruton (2016).