Bonotti, Matteo
Free Speech
- ISBN 13:
- 9781509526451
- author:
- Bonotti, Matteo
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Polity Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 180
- Dimensions:
- 21.3 x 13.7 x 1.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, History & Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Freedom of speech is at the heart of many contemporary debates. In recent years, issues such as populism, online hate attacks and 'cancel culture' have brought it to the forefront of public discussion. This new introduction to the subject offers an accessible analysis of freedom of speech, exploring three major philosophical arguments that underpin its value. These arguments are based on the values of truth, autonomy and democracy, and are applied to issues such as hate speech, offensive speech and pornography. The book also tackles pressing current issues like 'fake news' and public shaming. By examining these debates through a philosophical lens, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the significance and roots of free speech in modern society. This book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the contemporary relevance and philosophical foundations of freedom of speech, and its relationship with debates about democracy, feminism and multiculturalism.
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