Shklar, JN

The Faces of Injustice (Storrs Lectures on Jurisprudence)

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ISBN 13:: 9780300056709
author:: Shklar, JN
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Yale University Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1992
Pages:: 151
Dimensions:: 21 x 13.6 x 1.2 cm
Genre:: Law Textbook
Condition:: New
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The Faces of Injustice by Judith N. Shklar explores the complex relationship between injustice and misfortune. Drawing on philosophical ideas from Plato, Augustine, and Montaigne, as well as insights from politics, history, social psychology, and literature, Shklar develops a nuanced theory of injustice that encompasses not only deliberate acts of cruelty or unfairness but also indifference to such acts. Shklar argues that rigid definitions of justice are insufficient for distinguishing between misfortune and injustice. Instead, she proposes a broader definition that takes into account the victim's perspective and our collective responsibility to prevent and mitigate harm. This approach emphasizes the importance of giving the voice of those affected full weight in political decision-making. By considering the complexities of injustice, Shklar offers a thought-provoking framework for understanding and addressing social injustices.

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