"In this book, which combines the strength of argument with the precision of statement, Allen Wood, with his penetrating insight, provides us with a concise interpretation of Kant's theory of knowledge, and his criticism of traditional metaphysics, as well as his moral and political philosophy. With his pen, he also draws a distinct picture of the historical dimension of Kant's thought, not only in terms of his sensitive sense of the history of philosophy, but much more importantly, is his recognition that the human race itself has a history, and that its moral goals must be achieved by historical means, and within limits. the date".