An introduction to modern political theory
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An introduction to modern political theory
Macmillan Press , St. Martin's Press, 2000
4th ed
- : hbk
- : pbk
- : us
Available at 16 libraries
Note
Bibliography: p. 314-325
Includes indexes
Description and Table of Contents
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: hbk ISBN 9780333912881
Description
In the substantially revised fourth edition of this widely-used textbook, the author provides a comprehensive introduction to contemporary political theory. The book introduces the main themes and concepts in political debate as well as the ideas of contemporary theorists including Rawls, Hart, Dworkin, Nozick, and Hayek. This edition features substantial additional material on the debate between liberals and communitarians and an outline of the main features of feminist political thought.
Table of Contents
Preface - Glossary - Political Philosophy and Political Thought - Law and Social Control - The State - Authority and Power - Political Principles - Justice - Equality - Liberty - Rights - Welfare and the Welfare State - The Public Interest and Democracy
- Volume
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: pbk ISBN 9780333912898
Description
In the substantially revised fourth edition of this widely-used textbook Norman Barry provides a comprehensive introduction to contemporary political theory including systematic coverage of the philosophical background to contemporary debates between liberals, conservatives, communitarians, socialists and feminists.
Table of Contents
Preface.- Glossary.- Political Philosophy and Political Thought.- Law and Social Control.- The State.- Authority and Power.- Political Principles.- Justice.- Equality.- Liberty.- Rights.- Welfare and the Welfare State.- The Public Interest and Democracy.
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