Yves R. Simon - Real Democracy

This is a long overdue analysis of Yves R. Simon's profound contribution to the theory and practice of democracy. Prominent scholar Vukan Kuic, who has edited several of Simon's posthumous volumes, analyzes Simon's treatment of the functions of government, his theories of democratic liberty and equality, and his concerns about the problems that modern technology presents for democracy.

List of contents

Chapter 1 Philosopher in the City Chapter 2 Philosophy, Science, and Practical Wisdom Chapter 3 Liberty and Authority Chapter 4 Constitutional Democracy Chapter 5 Community of the Free Chapter 6 Democracy's Choices

About the author

Vukan Kuic is professor emeritus in the Department of Government and International studies at the University of South Carolina.

Summary

This is an analysis of Yves R. Simon's contribution to the theory and practice of democracy. The author analyzes Simon's treatment of the functions of government, his theories of democratic liberty and equality, and his concerns about the problems that modern technology presents.

Product details

• Authors: Vukan Kuic
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2019
• EAN: 9780847696130
• ISBN: 978-0-8476-9613-0
• No. of pages: 176
• Dimensions: 148 mm x 227 mm x 10 mm
• Weight: 218 g
• Series: 20th Century Political Thinkers; Fias Occasional Paper; 20th Century Political Thinkers; 20th Century Political Thinker; Fias Occasional Paper
• Subject: Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education