Philosophy of Mind is a work that presents an abbreviated version of Hegel's systematic philosophy in its entirety. In Philosophy of Mind Hegel pays more attention to the concept of freedom. Much of the work deals with the psychology of freedom, if one can use the phrase without it being an anachronism. Also, he goes into more detail in the political ramifications of his system.

Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel (1770-1831) was a German philosopher and an important figure of German idealism. He achieved recognition in his day and—while primarily influential in the continental tradition of philosophy—has become increasingly influential in the analytic tradition as well. Although Hegel remains a divisive figure, his canonical stature in Western philosophy is universally recognized.