This collection of essays by philosophers, political theorists, and social critics ranges over two millennia--from the ideas of Plato and Aristotle to those of contemporary thinkers such as John Rawls and Robert Nozick. It examines the nature of justice, its importance in human life, and its place among the other virtues. The scope of the collection gives a clear picture of the differences and continuities that have marked the debate: Plato's emphasis on the ideal of "sticking to one's task" contrasts with the modern emphasis on individual rights, while the account of justice as part of the law of nature offered by Aristotle and Cicero contrasts with Hume's analysis of justice as an artificial virtue. Alan Ryan's introductory essay emphasizes the stringency of justice--showing how its demands can conflict with considerations of the general welfare. The book concludes with a discussion of Marx's view that justice is perhaps merely a concession to a world of scarcity and selfishness created by capitalist necessities. An excellent guide to interpretations of one of the central values of political life and thought, this book will interest students and scholars of political theory and philosophy.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0198780389
ISBN-13
9780198780380
eBay Product ID (ePID)
86067
Product Key Features
Author
Alan Ryan
Publication Name
Justice
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Subject
History & Theory, General
Series
Oxford Readings in Politics and Government Ser.
Publication Year
1993
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Law, Political Science
Number of Pages
206 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
8.5 in
Item Height
0.5 in
Item Width
5.4 in
Item Weight
10.1 Oz
Additional Product Features
LCCN
92-035200
Intended Audience
College Audience
Lc Classification Number
Jc578.J863 1993
Reviews
'With this addition to the series, Oxford Readings in Politics andGovernment continues to serve students of political theory well.'Political Studies, 'Excellent introductory text.'P. Johnson, University of Southampton'With this addition to the series, Oxford Readings in Politics and Government continues to serve students of political theory well.'Political Studies'An outstanding book - as one would expect from the Editor.'Philip Bean, University of Loughborough, 'With this addition to the series, Oxford Readings in Politics and Government continues to serve students of political theory well.'Political Studies
Table of Content
The Republic, PlatoNicomachean Ethics, Aristotlede Officiis, CiceroAn Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals, HumeOn the Connection between Justice and Utility, MillDistributive Justice, John RawlsDistributive Justice, Robert Nozick"Social" or Distributive Justice, F. A. HayekCritique of the Gotha Programme, Karl MarxJustice and Rights, Steven Lukes
Copyright Date
1993
Dewey Decimal
320/.01/1
Dewey Edition
20
Illustrated
Yes
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