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Legal Modernism (Law, Meaning, And Violence),Used
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Modernism in legal theory is no different from modernism in the arts: both respond to a cultural crisis, a sense that institutions and traditions have lost their validity. Some doubt the importance of the rule of law, others question the objectivity of legal reasoning. We have lost confidence in the justice of our legal institutions, and even in our very capacity to identify justice.Legal philosopher David Luban argues that we cannot escape the modernist predicament. Accusing contemporary legal theorists of evading rather than confronting the challenge of modernity, he offers important and original objections to pragmatism, traditionalism, and nihilism. He argues that only by weaving together the broken narrative and forgotten voices of history's victims can we come to appreciate the nature of justice in modern society. Calling a trial the embodiment of the law's selfcriticism, Luban demonstrates the centrality of narrative by analyzing the trial of Martin Luther King, the Nuremberg trials, and trial scenes in Homer, Hesiod, and Aeschylus. With these examples, Luban explores several of the tensions that motivate much more contemporary legal theory: order versus justice, obedience versus resistance, statism versus communitarianism.'. . . an illuminating account of how contemporary legal theory can be understood as an expression of 'the modernist predicament' by exploring the analogy between modernism in the arts and modernism in law, politics, and philosophy. . . . a valuable critical discussion of modern legal theory.' ChoiceDavid Luban is Morton and Sophia Macht Professor of Law at the University of Maryland and Research Scholar at the Institute for Philosophy and Public Policy. His other books include Lawyers and Justice: An Ethical Study.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Legal Modernism' by David Luban? A: The main theme of 'Legal Modernism' is the exploration of modernism in legal theory, paralleling the cultural crisis seen in the arts. Luban discusses how legal institutions and traditions have lost validity and addresses the significance of narratives in understanding justice.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Legal Modernism'? A: The author of 'Legal Modernism' is David Luban, who is the Morton and Sophia Macht Professor of Law at the University of Maryland.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Legal Modernism'? A: The book 'Legal Modernism' was published on June 21, 1994.
- Q: How many pages does 'Legal Modernism' contain? A: 'Legal Modernism' contains 424 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Legal Modernism' have? A: 'Legal Modernism' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What are some key topics discussed in 'Legal Modernism'? A: Key topics in 'Legal Modernism' include the relationship between law and modernity, the critique of pragmatism and traditionalism, and the importance of narrative in legal contexts, as illustrated by historical trials.
- Q: Is 'Legal Modernism' suitable for someone new to legal theory? A: 'Legal Modernism' may be challenging for beginners as it engages with complex legal theories and critiques. However, it provides valuable insights for those interested in the intersections of law, modernity, and narrative.
- Q: What makes 'Legal Modernism' a significant work in legal theory? A: 'Legal Modernism' is significant because it offers a critical perspective on contemporary legal theory, arguing for the necessity of addressing modernist challenges and the importance of historical narratives in understanding justice.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews of 'Legal Modernism'? A: Yes, 'Legal Modernism' has been positively reviewed, with remarks highlighting its illuminating account of contemporary legal theory and its valuable discussion of modern legal thought.
- Q: What other works has David Luban authored? A: David Luban has authored several other works, including 'Lawyers and Justice: An Ethical Study,' which also engages with ethical implications in legal practice.