Leo Strauss
Political Philosophy
German-American
1899 – 1973
104 quotes
A German-American political philosopher who emphasized the importance of classical political thought and the esoteric meaning of philosophical texts.
Quotes by Leo Strauss
To a colleague: 'Your interpretation is bold—perhaps too bold.'
Correspondence
1955
The life of the mind is the highest life.
Natural Right and History
1953
Strauss's last words: 'Continue the reading.'
Deathbed
1973
Observation: 'Political science without philosophy is mere journalism.'
What is Political Philosophy?
1959