Liberal Realism - A Realist Theory of Liberal Politics (Hardcover)

Political realism has recently moved to the centre of debates in contemporary political theory. In this monograph, Matt Sleat presents the first comprehensive overview of the resurgence of interest in realist political theory and develops a unique and original defence of liberal politics in realist terms. Through explorations of the work of a diverse range of thinkers, including Bernard Williams, John Rawls, Raymond Geuss, Judith Shklar, John Gray, Carl Schmitt and Max Weber, the author advances a theory of liberal realism that is consistent with the realist emphasis on disagreement and conflict yet still recognisably liberal in its concern with respecting individuals' freedom and constraining political power. The result is a unique contribution to the ongoing debates surrounding realism and an original and timely re-imagining of liberal theory for the twenty-first century. This provocative work will be of interest to students and all concerned with the possibility of realising liberalism and its moral aspirations in today's world. -- .

General

Imprint:	Manchester University Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	November 2013
First published:	2013
Authors:	Matt Sleat
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards / With dust jacket
Pages:	200
ISBN-13:	978-0-7190-8890-2
Categories:	Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Interdisciplinary studies > Area / regional studies > General Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political structure & processes > Constitution, government & the state Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political structure & processes > Political leaders & leadership Promotions
LSN:	0-7190-8890-9
Barcode:	9780719088902

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