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Explore the complex evolution of liberty in this scholarly work from the Routledge Studies in Social and Political Thought series. Hans Blokland provides a deep examination of how freedom shapes our modern political consciousness. By analyzing the ideas of leading contemporary philosophers, such as Isaiah Berlin and Charles Taylor, this book offers a clear look at the changing values of Western society. Readers will gain a better understanding of the tension between the individual and the collective. The text investigates the core differences between positive and negative freedom, providing a foundation for studying how much control a society should have over its members. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the philosophical roots of political thought and the social structures that define our world today.

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Examines the work of influential philosophers including Isaiah Berlin and Charles Taylor to understand modern political thought.

Analyzes the distinction between positive and negative freedom and its impact on contemporary social structures.

Investigates the relationship between individual liberty and the broader needs of society.

Explores the concepts of emancipation and paternalism within the context of political philosophy.

Provides a detailed look at how freedom interacts with cultural politics in Western society.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
13 March 1997
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16 December 2006

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