An Introduction To Rights (Cambridge Introductions To Philosophy And Law)

An Introduction To Rights (Cambridge Introductions To Philosophy And Law)

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An Introduction To Rights Is A Readable And Accessible Introduction To The History, Logic, Moral Implications, And Political Tendencies Of The Idea Of Rights. It Is Organized Chronologically And Discusses Important Historical Events Such As The French And American Revolutions. It Treats A Range Of Historical Figures, Including Grotius, Paley, Hobbes, Locke, Bentham, Burke, Godwin, Douglass, Mill, And Hohfeld, And Relates The Concept Of Rights To Contemporary Debates Such As Consequentialism Versus Contractualism. This Thoroughly Updated Second Edition Includes A New Preface And Expands The Discussion Of The Surprising Role That Slavery Has Played In The History Of Rights. It Includes New Material On Egalitarianism, Distributive Justice, And What The Demand For Equal Rights Means.

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  • Q: What is the main focus of 'An Introduction to Rights'? A: 'An Introduction to Rights' provides a comprehensive overview of the history, logic, and moral implications of the concept of rights, emphasizing key historical events and figures.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by William A. Edmundson.
  • Q: What are some historical figures discussed in the book? A: The book discusses important figures such as Grotius, Paley, Hobbes, Locke, Bentham, Burke, Godwin, Douglass, Mill, and Hohfeld.
  • Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its second edition, which includes a new preface and expanded discussions.
  • Q: How does the book relate the concept of rights to contemporary debates? A: It connects the idea of rights to current discussions, including consequentialism versus contractualism, and addresses issues of egalitarianism and distributive justice.
  • Q: What is the book's format and condition? A: The book is a new hardcover edition with a total of 200 pages.
  • Q: When was 'An Introduction to Rights' published? A: The book was published on January 23, 2012.
  • Q: Does the book include discussions on slavery? A: Yes, the second edition expands on the role of slavery in the history of rights.
  • Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'An Introduction to Rights' is categorized under Human Rights.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy and law? A: Yes, it is designed to be readable and accessible for those new to the subjects of philosophy and law.

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