An Introduction to Rights (Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy and Law) - Softcover

Edmundson, William A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521008700 ISBN 13: 9780521008709

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2004

Synopsis

This accessible introduction to the history, logic, moral implications, and political tendencies of the concept of rights is organized chronologically. Covering such important events as the French Revolution, it is well-suited as an introductory-level, undergraduate text in such courses as political philosophy, moral philosophy, and ethics. The volume can also be used in courses on political theory in departments of political science and government, and in courses on legal theory in law schools.

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Book Description

This is the only accessible and readable introduction to the history, logic, moral implications, and political tendencies of the idea of rights. It is organized chronologically, and discusses important events, such as the French Revolution. As an undergraduate text it is well-suited to introductions to political philosophy, moral philosophy, and ethics. It could also be used in courses on political theory in departments of political science and government, and in courses on legal theory in law schools.

Review

"[A]n outstanding comprehensive introduction to the subject of rights. Edmundson is a leading philosopher of law and has much that is both new and important to say about the history and theory of rights." Kenneth Einar Himma, Seattle Pacific University, The Law and Politics Book Review

"Engaging and easy to follow. This volume would make a good companion text for undergraduate and graduate courses in political and legal theory." Choice

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521008700
• ISBN 13: 9780521008709
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 240