| Pluralism: The Philosophy and Politics of Diversity Contributor(s): Baghramian, Maria (Editor), Ingram, Attracta (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0415227143 ISBN-13: 9780415227148 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $47.45 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2000 Annotation: "Pluralism: The Philosophy and Politics of Diversity" is the first volume to open the window on philosophical pluralism and link pluralist themes in philosophy and politics. It advances recent debates on political pluralism in a range of essays that challenge or defend the association of liberalism and pluralism. The volume is divided into three parts: an investigation of the philosophical sources of pluralism, including an essay on William James; the value of pluralism and liberalism, discussing the compatibility of these ideas; and an investigation of difference in pluralism, with writing on women, ethnocultural, and the public-private distinction. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | Political - Philosophy | History & Surveys - General |
| Dewey: 147.4 |
| LCCN: 00055334 |
| Physical Information: 0.82" H x 6.23" W x 9.2" (0.98 lbs) 288 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Cultural, moral and religious diversity is a pervasive feature of modern life, yet has only recently become the focus of intellectual debate. Pluralism is the first book to tackle philosophical pluralism and link pluralist themes in philosophy to politics. A range of essays investigates the philosophical sources of pluralism, the value of pluralism and liberalism, and difference in pluralism, including writings on women and the public-private distinction. This is a valuable source for students of philosophy, politics and cultural studies. |