Political Philosophy

<strong>Political Philosophy</strong> is a comprehensive introduction to the major topics inpolitical theory. It explores the philosophical traditions that have... » 

Political Philosophy is a comprehensive introduction to the major topics inpolitical theory. It explores the philosophical traditions that have formed andcontinue to inform our political judgements about fundamental questions such aswhy and when we can demand freedom claim rights complain when rules andpractices are unjust question authority and challenge the legitimacy of thestate. Dudley Knowles critical approach engages the reader in asking why wefind ourselves in disagreement over the application of political judgements andhow such disagreements might be resolved. He investigates the nature ofobligation and evaluates claims that democracy is the only legitimateconstitutional form. «