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Contributions in Philosophy, #77: Liberty: Its Meaning and Scope

by Mordecai Roshwald

Contributions in Philosophy, #77: Liberty: Its Meaning and Scope Cover

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Publisher Comments:

The history of mankind is fraught with clashes in the quest for liberty--in the name of often contradictory ideals of freedom. Roshwald explores the diverse understandings of the term "liberty" and its spectrum of application, in order to achieve a coherent and consistent definition of the concept in respect to both the individual and society. The issue of liberty is examined not only from the traditional angle of political philosophy but also from a philosophical-anthropological perspective. After analyzing examples of specific approaches to freedom, and describing a theoretically and practically viable definition of liberty, the book suggests the possibility and ways of attaining the ideal.

Book News Annotation:

Finding that historical surveys and examinations of constitutional and legal institutions have not provided a clear answer to what liberty is, Roshwald starts with the concept and elucidates it, using concrete manifestations, past and present, but keeping the focus on the meaning of the central idea. He explores basic questions and assumptions then looks at individual and collective liberty, conflicts and their resolution, freedom and civilization, and ways to secure and enhance liberty. He concludes that it is a worthwhile pursuit.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Synopsis:

Aims at a coherent constructive definition of liberty in the face of conflicting claims of freedom by individuals and societies.

Description:

Includes bibliographical references (p. [197]-199) and index.
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About the Author

MORDECAI ROSHWALD taught for twenty-five years at the University of Minnesota and held visiting appointments at universities in Israel, England, Canada, and Taiwan.
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Table of Contents

Basic Questions and Assumptions

Individual Liberty

Collective Liberty

Liberties: Conflicts and Their Resolution

Freedom and Civilization

Ways to Secure and Enhance Liberty

Conclusion

Bibliography

Index

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Product Details

ISBN:
9780313312755
Subtitle:
Its Meaning and Scope
Author:
Roshwald, Mordecai
Publisher:
Praeger Publishers
Location:
Westport, Conn. :
Subject:
General
Subject:
Civil Rights
Subject:
Liberty
Subject:
Political Freedom & Security - Civil Rights
Subject:
History & Theory - General
Subject:
General Philosophy
Edition Description:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Series:
Contributions in Philosophy (Hardcover)
Series Volume:
no. 77
Publication Date:
June 2000
Binding:
Hardcover
Grade Level:
Professional and scholarly
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
216
Dimensions:
9.59x6.43x.85 in. .96 lbs.
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