In this superb introduction Samuel Freeman introduces and assesses the maintopics of <strong>Rawls</strong> philosophy. Starting with a brief biography and char... » 

In this superb introduction Samuel Freeman introduces and assesses the maintopics of Rawls philosophy. Starting with a brief biography and charting theinfluences on Rawls early thinking he goes on to discuss the heart of Rawlssphilosophy his principles of justice and their practical application tosociety.Subsequent chapters discuss Rawlss theories of liberty political andeconomic justice democratic institutions goodness as rationality moralpsychology political liberalism and international justice and a concludingchapter considers Rawls legacy.Clearly setting out the ideas in Rawls masterwork A Theory of JusticeSamuel Freeman also considers Rawls other key works including PoliticalLiberalism and The Law of Peoples. An invaluable introduction to this deeplyinfluential philosopher Rawls is essential reading for anyone coming to hiswork for the first time. «