Rudolf von Jhering - Das unsichtbare Recht

The biography "Rudolf von Jhering - The Invisible Right" by Michael Kunze sheds light on the life and ideas of one of the most influential legal scholars of the 19th century. Rudolf Jhering (1818-1892) was a visionary thinker who understood law as a dynamic product of societal beliefs and historical experiences. In this comprehensive biography, which has been developed over three decades, Jhering's approach to viewing law beyond God and legislation is presented in detail. Jhering raised the question of a law that transcends statutes, thereby exposing the limitations of the positivism of his time. This work contextualizes his theories and demonstrates their relevance to this day. The biography is not only a tribute to Jhering's life's work but also a profound analysis of his philosophy and its impact on modern legal understanding.