| Ascent to Freedom: Practical and Philosophical Foundations of Democratic World Law Contributor(s): Martin, Glen T. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1933567074 ISBN-13: 9781933567075 Publisher: Institute for Economic Democracy OUR PRICE: $37.95 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2008 Annotation: Martin develops a philosophical framework for democratic world law by drawing on the scientific revolutions of the 20th century, the history of the philosophy of law, and contemporary discussions of law, democracy, and human rights. (Philosophy) |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | Political - Law | Government - General - Political Science | Political Ideologies - Democracy |
| Dewey: 340.1 |
| LCCN: 2007038969 |
| Physical Information: 1.31" H x 6" W x 9" (2.04 lbs) 516 pages |
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| Publisher Description: Ascent to Freedom develops a philosophical framework for democratic world law by drawing on the scientific revolutions of the twentieth century, the history of philosophy of law, and contemporary discussions of law, democracy, and human rights. It traces the history of the philosophy of law from ancient times to the present, showing the progressive development of democratic thought that culminates in the imperative for global democracy. It examines the legitimacy of the dominant institutions in the contemporary world (monopoly capitalism and the nation-state system) and points beyond these destructive, fragmenting institutions to a holistic approach for human affairs. It concludes by developing the parameters and the likely consequences of a conversion to democratic world law for protecting the environment and human rights as well as creating a world system of peace and prosperity for everyone on Earth. Ascent to Freedom lays out both the practical and conceptual foundations for a transformed world order that can deal directly with our multiple global crises while creating peace and prosperity on Earth. |