An introduction to political philosophy / Colin Bird.

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Bird, Colin

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text

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computer

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online resource

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9780511648861
0511648863
051125797X
9780511257971
0511259271
9780511259272
0511259921
9780511259920
9780511801273
0511801270
1107161428
9781107161429
0511567022
9780511567025

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Additional physical formats: Print version:: Introduction to political philosophy.DDC classification:

320.01 22

LOC classification:

JA71 .B528 2006eb

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CC 7400
5,1

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Contents:

Part I. Politics and justification -- The puzzle of justification -- The common good -- Utilitarianism -- The social contract -- Part II. Topics in political philosophy -- Property and wealth -- Economic justice -- Authority -- Liberty -- Democratic rule -- War -- Living with difference -- Radical criticism.

Summary: Providing a comprehensive introduction to political philosophy, this book offers a broad-ranging discussion, challenging readers to think critically about political arguments and institutions that they might otherwise take for granted. It will be a provocative text for any student of philosophy or political science.

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Providing a comprehensive introduction to political philosophy, this book offers a broad-ranging discussion, challenging readers to think critically about political arguments and institutions that they might otherwise take for granted. It will be a provocative text for any student of philosophy or political science.