Friday, August 22, 2025

doing philosophy as close reading



This is a very close reading of a Heideggerian scholar’s essay on why he regards Heidegger as “mystical,” which is invalid (in my view), but admirably discussed by him. (The author, Richard Capobianco, is an acquaintance.)

My reading may seem tedious at times, but his essay is available by link (and PDF download) at the top of my discussion, for following along.