Will and Political Legitimacy

A Critical Exposition of Social Contract Theory in Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Kant, and Hegel

Autor*innen

• Patrick Riley

Parameter

• 296 Seiten
• 11 Lesestunden

• Philosophie

Mehr zum Buch

The book explores the concept of political legitimacy through the lens of individual will. It delves into the philosophical underpinnings of authority and governance, examining how personal agency and collective consent shape the legitimacy of political systems. The text engages with various theories and perspectives, offering insights into the relationship between individual rights and state power. Through its analysis, it aims to provide a deeper understanding of what constitutes legitimate political authority in contemporary society.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2014
• Einband: Hardcover