Modern Political Philosophy

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.

List of contents

Chapter 1 Natural Rights; Chapter 2 Utilitarianism; Chapter 3 Liberals and Conservatives; Chapter 4 Anarchists and Socialists; Chapter 5 The New Liberalism and the Foundations of the Welfare State; Chapter 6 Justice; Chapter 7 The Libertarian Challenge; Chapter 8 Answering the Libertarian Challenge; Chapter 9 A Deeper Sense of Politics; Chapter 10 Global Politics; Chapter 11 Some Concluding Thoughts;

About the author

Richard Hudelson

Product details

• Authors: Richard Hudelson, Hudelson Richard
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.05.1999
• EAN: 9780765600226
• ISBN: 978-0-7656-0022-6
• No. of pages: 192
• Weight: 272 g
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Miscellaneous; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education; POLITICAL SCIENCE / History & Theory, Political science & theory, Political science and theory