Irving Louis Horowitz Reihenfolge der Bücher (Chronologisch)

Modern theorists and their ideas on war and peace are presented, interpreted, and evaluated with clarity and scholarship. The author examines key currents in modern social theory by consulting the works of leading philosophical figures. This carefully documented analysis, based on primary sources, is a welcome addition to the literature on conflict and conflict resolution, especially in its expanded 2007 third edition after more than fifty years since its initial release. It provides insight into the character of Western Civilization and enhances understanding of the "clash of civilizations." The book outlines European and American twentieth-century social philosophies related to war and peace, with a new concluding section that delves into these themes in the early twenty-first century. Major figures like Bertrand Russell, John Dewey, Jacques Maritain, Albert Einstein, and Vladimir Lenin are examined alongside contemporary thinkers such as Raymond Aron and Harold D. Lasswell. This work transcends being a mere manual for conflict resolution; it offers a profound exploration of the theories and values underpinning such guides. The third edition also reflects on significant figures from the latter half of the twentieth century and includes discussions on warfare, the democratic order, and a postscript addressing new forms of state power and terrorism, linking past and present as an analytical bridge between centuries.

The new edition of this collection edited by Horowitz (emeritus, sociology and political science, Rutgers U.) and Suchlicki (history, U. of Miami) emphasizes "transition" after Castro, with new articles on economic organizations, U.S. policy, "communist successor regimes," and "regime change" in Cuba. Many of the 39 articles addressing Cuban history, economics, society, and politics have been retained from earlier editions. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

The Faith of a Liberal is somewhat of a misnomer, as the volume embodies the sentiments of a classical philosopher with deep interests ranging from American literary tradition to the history of physical sciences. While the essays on liberalism frame the work, it is Cohen's unique interpretation of the liberal outlook that truly defines it. His perspective is shaped by the Jewish condition, balancing a quest for justice with a scientific approach to problem-solving. The essence of the work lies in linking these two aspects. Regardless of the topics discussed, the core agenda of the work advocates for a form of liberalism that distinguishes itself from the encroaching authoritarianism of both left and right. The essay "Why I Am Not a Communist" serves as a powerful critique of the Soviet regime and its Leninist ideologies, framing the choice between fascism and communism as a grim dilemma. The concluding essay, "The Future of American Liberalism," remains relevant today as it seeks to reconcile political individualism with economic collectivism. Although the issues have evolved since its publication, the emphasis on liberalism as a dynamic process rather than a static structure provides a philosophical foundation for the liberal imagination that is rarely matched. This work is essential for students of normative theory in politics and social thought in twentieth-century America.