Patrick Hayden Books

Philosophical Perspectives on Law and Politics collects together some of the most significant writings by leading classical, modern, and contemporary philosophers. Consisting of original and substantial selections, the works gathered in this volume focus on the theoretical and normative issues raised by the intersection of law and politics. The authors are drawn from a variety of philosophical traditions, and reflect a wide range of opinion. Topics treated in this book include the nature and scope of law; the relationship of law to different political systems; the role of law with respect to justice; law and violence; and democracy and the rule of law. Students, researchers, and nonspecialists will find this a convenient and useful guide to past and present debates in the interpretation of law and politics.

In this book Patrick Hayden provides an original and exceptionally clear interpretation of the work of the increasingly important French philosopher Gilles Deleuze. Multiplicity and Becoming argues that one of the most crucial yet overlooked aspects of Deleuze's thought is his conception of a radical empiricism of dynamic and creative difference. Hayden examines all of Deleuze's major works from the perspective of this compelling vision of empiricism. This study also discusses Deleuze's critique of the traditional representationalist principles of Western metaphysics, his resolute affirmation of immanence and relations, and the relevance of his anti-Platonic philosophy of becoming for environmental politics and ethics.

Engaging with Arendt's theory, this volume explores four pressing political issues tied to contemporary globalization: genocide, global poverty, the refugee crisis, and the overwhelming influence of neoliberal economic globalization on the public sphere. Each topic is examined through a critical lens, highlighting the complexities and moral implications of these challenges in today's interconnected world.

The book offers an in-depth analysis of cosmopolitanism and its relevance to modern global politics. Patrick Hayden investigates the interplay between cosmopolitan theories and the development of international norms, highlighting their potential to positively influence contemporary issues. Through a comprehensive review of literature, the author addresses key challenges and opportunities within the cosmopolitan framework, making a significant contribution to understanding its role in shaping global interactions.