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A Theory Of Political Obligation: Membership, Commitment, And The Bonds Of Society
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Margaret Gilbert Offers An Incisive New Approach To A Classic Problem Of Political Philosophy: When And Why Should I Do What The Laws Of My Country Tell Me To Do? Beginning With Carefully Argued Accounts Of Social Groups In General And Political Societies In Particular, The Author Argues That In Central, Standard Senses Of The Relevant Terms Membership In A Political Society In And Of Itself Obligates One To Support That Society'S Political Institutions. The Obligations In Question Are Not Moral Requirements Derived From General Moral Principles, As Is Often Supposed, But A Matter Of One'S Participation In A Special Kind Of Commitment: Joint Commitment. An Agreement Is Sufficient But Not Necessary To Generate Such A Commitment. Gilbert Uses The Phrase 'Plural Subject' To Refer To All Of Those Who Are Jointly Committed In Some Way. She Therefore Labels The Theory Offered In This Book The Plural Subject Theory Of Political Obligation.The Author Concentrates On The Exposition Of This Theory, Carefully Explaining How And In What Sense Joint Commitments Obligate. She Also Explores A Classic Theory Of Political Obligationactual Contract Theoryaccording To Which One Is Obligated To Conform To The Laws Of One'S Country Because One Agreed To Do So. She Offers A New Interpretation Of This Theory In Light Of A Theory Of Plural Subject Theory Of Agreements. She Argues That Actual Contract Theory Has More Merit Than Has Been Thought, Though The More General Plural Subject Theory Is To Be Preferred. She Compares And Contrasts Plural Subject Theory With Identification Theory, Relationship Theory, And The Theory Of Fair Play. She Brings It To Bear On Some Classic Situations Of Crisis, And, In The Concluding Chapter, Suggests A Number Of Avenues For Related Empirical And Moral Inquiry.Clearly And Compellingly Written, A Theory Of Political Obligation Will Be Essential Reading For Political Philosophers And Theorists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'A Theory of Political Obligation' about? A: The book presents an innovative perspective on political philosophy, focusing on why individuals should adhere to their country's laws. Margaret Gilbert elaborates on the concept of joint commitment and how it creates obligations within political societies.
- Q: Who is the author of 'A Theory of Political Obligation'? A: The author is Margaret Gilbert, a renowned philosopher known for her contributions to social and political philosophy.
- Q: What is the main theory discussed in the book? A: The main theory is the plural subject theory of political obligation, which emphasizes that membership in a political society creates obligations to support its institutions through joint commitments.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 344 pages.
- Q: When was 'A Theory of Political Obligation' published? A: The book was published on July 15, 2008.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What topics does Gilbert compare in her book? A: Gilbert compares plural subject theory with identification theory, relationship theory, and the theory of fair play, providing a comprehensive analysis of political obligation.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in political philosophy? A: Yes, although it discusses complex theories, Gilbert’s writing is clear and accessible, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced readers in political philosophy.
- Q: Does the book include practical examples or applications? A: Yes, Gilbert applies the theories to classic situations of crisis, enhancing the reader's understanding of political obligations in real-world contexts.
- Q: What can readers expect to gain from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain a deeper understanding of political obligations, joint commitments, and insights into existing political theories, making it essential for students and scholars of political philosophy.