The Idea of a Political Liberalism: Essays on Rawls (Studies in Social, Political, and Legal Philosophy) [Hardcover]

Victoria Davion (Editor), Clark Wolf (Editor, Contributor), Samantha Brennan (Contributor), Claudia Card (Contributor), Bernard Dauenhauer (Contributor), Marilyn A. Friedman (Contributor), Dale Jamieson (Contributor), Richard Arneson (Contributor), Robert Nagle (Contributor), James Nickel (Contributor), Christoph Fehige (Contributor), Norman Daniels (Contributor)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 12, 2000 | ISBN-10: 0847687937 | ISBN-13: 978-0847687930

In this unique volume, some of today's most eminent political philosophers examine the thought of John Rawls, focusing in particular on his most recent work. These original essays explore diverse issues, including the problem of pluralism, the relationship between constitutive commitment and liberal institutions, just treatment of dissident minorities, the constitutional implications of liberalism, international relations, and the structure of international law. The first comprehensive study of Rawls's recent work, The Idea of Political Liberalism will be indispensable for political philosophers and theorists interested in contemporary political thought.

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This is a fine volume, with essays of consistently high quality, an unique in its focus on the 'recent' Rawls of Political Liberalism. (Ethics )

Essential reading for anyone working in contemporary political philosophy. (Metaphilosphy Llc and Blackwell Publishers )

These critical essays by philosophy scholars focus on Rawl's Political Liberalism, which the editors' introduction eloquently distinguishes from Rawl's A Theory of Justice, and provide a chapter-by-chapter overview. (CHOICE )

About the Author

Victoria Davion is associate professor of philosophy at the University of Georgia.

Clark Wolf is assistant professor of philosophy at the University of Georgia.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 304 pages
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers (January 12, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0847687937
• ISBN-13: 978-0847687930
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,176,111 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential Reading on the Later Rawls, August 28, 2000

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Robert Talisse (Nashville, TN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Idea of a Political Liberalism: Essays on Rawls (Studies in Social, Political, and Legal Philosophy) (Hardcover)

THE IDEA OF A POLITICAL LIBERALISM contains 14 essays-- many by leading scholars-- critically examining the recent work of John Rawls. This is the first collection of its kind, and is essential reading for anyone interested in Rawls's "political, not metaphysical" interpretation of justice as fairness. Topics include: the distinction between reasonable and unreasonable persons and comprehensive doctrines, public reason and religious commitment, Rawls's idea of an "overlapping consensus," and the implications of political liberalism for constitutional and international law. A must read for any serious student of current political philosophy.

0 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Scott Hershovitz-America's one to watch in the future!, December 24, 2001

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This review is from: The Idea of a Political Liberalism: Essays on Rawls (Studies in Social, Political, and Legal Philosophy) (Hardcover)

This is a rare oppertunity to read the writing of a future leader of our country. Hershovitz is a Rhodes scholar with a bright future. Buy this book and you can say you knew him before he was famous. Fascinating reading.

5 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars chapter 12 is unbelieveable, August 30, 2000

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This review is from: The Idea of a Political Liberalism: Essays on Rawls (Studies in Social, Political, and Legal Philosophy) (Paperback)

Rhodes Scholar Scott Hershovitz really hits home with his essay. He is brilliant.