Recognition Theory and Contemporary French Moral and Political Philosophy - Reopening the Dialogue (Hardcover)

The revival of recognition theory has brought new energy to critical theory. In general terms, recognition theory aims to critically evaluate social structures against a standard of social freedom identified with norms of interaction which are freely recognised by all parties. Until now, attention has primarily focused on the categories and forms of recognition theory. However, the influence of contemporary French theory upon the development of theories of recognition has not yet received the consideration it merits. The book takes up this task. With chapters by internationally recognised authors, the collection outlines the current state of recognition theory, studies the impact of French theory, and uses French thought to identity aspects of the recognitive process which are often overlooked. Exploring French accounts of agonistic identity construction, vulnerability, power, ethical obligation and reflexive theory construction, this book supports the intentions of critical theory with heightened attentiveness to oppression in all of its forms. -- .

General

Imprint:	Manchester University Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Reappraising the Political
Release date:	2012
First published:	2012
Editors:	Miriam Bankovsky • Alice Le Goff
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 25mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	264
ISBN-13:	978-0-7190-8356-3
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political science & theory Books > Humanities > Philosophy > Topics in philosophy > Social & political philosophy Books > Philosophy > Topics in philosophy > Social & political philosophy Promotions
LSN:	0-7190-8356-7
Barcode:	9780719083563

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