Fuerstein, Michael (Professor of Philosophy, Professor of Philos

Experiments in Living Together: How Democracy Drives Social Progress

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ISBN 13:
9780197784280
author:
Fuerstein, Michael (Professor of Philosophy, Professor of Philos
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Oxford University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
328
Dimensions:
21.2 x 15.3 x 2.5 centimetres (0
Genre:
Nonfiction, Philosophy, Ethics & Moral Philosophy,
Condition:
New
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£23.66

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Experiments in Living Together: How Democracy Drives Social Progress by Michael Fuerstein

This thought-provoking book explores the relationship between democracy and social progress, arguing that democratic governance enables innovation through "experiments in living". By examining case studies such as same-sex marriage, women's integration into the workforce, and school desegregation, Fuerstein sheds light on how novel experiences can build community and foster moral learning.

Through a fresh philosophical account, Fuerstein presents an innovative rebuttal to skeptics of democracy, highlighting its potential for driving social change and improving the human condition. A valuable contribution to ongoing debates about democracy's role in society, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in politics, philosophy, and social sciences.

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