Geuss, Raymond
Philosophy and Real Politics
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691258690
- author:
- Geuss, Raymond
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 0.8 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Political,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Raymond Geuss challenges conventional thinking in political philosophy, arguing that a deeper understanding of human nature and historical context is essential for developing effective political theories.
Politics is not about applying abstract principles, but about understanding the complex interactions between individuals and their environments. Geuss's approach, outlined in Philosophy and Real Politics, seeks to uncover the underlying powers, motives, and concepts that shape political actions.
By examining the ways in which people navigate their particular historical situations, Geuss offers a realistic and historically oriented alternative to traditional liberal philosophies based on abstract conceptions of rights and justice.
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