| Modern Political Philosophy Contributor(s): Hudelson, Richard (Author) |
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ISBN: 0765600226 ISBN-13: 9780765600226 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $54.10 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 1999 Annotation: As we approach the end of the century and reflect on the continued turmoil and conflict that beset our world, it is imperative to think about where we are going and to reconsider the political philosophies that have shaped both our world and our sense of where we ought to be. Hudelson's book is a brief introduction to the major topics and issues in political philosophy from the Enlightenment to Postmodernism. Within the scope of ten short chapters, Hudelson presents both the historical background and a systematic discussion of contemporary issues relating to the major traditions within political philosophy, making this the ideal introduction to the topic for students and interested readers. CONTENTS Preface 1. Natural Rights 2. Utilitarianism 3. Liberals and Conservatives 4. Anarchists and Socialists 5. The New Liberalism and the Foundations of the Welfare State 6. Justice 7. The Libertarian Challenge 8. Answering the Libertarian Challenge 9. A Deeper Sense of Politics 10. Global Politics 11. Some Concluding Thoughts Notes Bibliography |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | Political - Philosophy | History & Surveys - Renaissance - Political Science | Political Ideologies - General |
| Dewey: 320.5 |
| LCCN: 98-56178 |
| Lexile Measure: 1420 |
| Series: Explorations in Philosophy |
| Physical Information: 0.48" H x 6" W x 9.02" (0.61 lbs) 192 pages |
| Themes: - Sex & Gender - Feminine |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: An introduction to the topics and issues in political philosophy, from the Enlightenment to Postmodernism. The author presents both the historical background of, and a systematic discussion of contemporary issues relating to the major traditions within political philosophy. |