Sowell, Thomas
A Conflict of Visions: Ideological Origins of Political Struggles
- ISBN 13:
- 9780465002054
- author:
- Sowell, Thomas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Basic Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 13.46 x 2.03 x 20.32 centimetres
- Genre:
- Political science & theory
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A Conflict of Visions: Ideological Origins of Political Struggles by Thomas Sowell The roots of our most enduring political conflicts lie in fundamentally different visions of human nature. In this thought-provoking work, Thomas Sowell explores the two competing outlooks that shape our debates about reason, justice, equality, and power. The "constrained" vision sees human nature as unchanging and selfish, while the "unconstrained" vision holds that human nature is malleable and perfectible. Sowell's analysis reveals a consistent pattern in the conflicts that persist for generations or centuries. He argues that ethical and policy disputes are ultimately driven by the disparity between these two outlooks. This insightful book offers a compelling case for understanding the ideological origins of our political struggles. By examining the fundamental differences between these two visions, Sowell sheds light on the enduring nature of our political debates. A Conflict of Visions is a valuable contribution to our understanding of the complex issues that shape our world today.