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Will and Political Legitimacy
A Critical Exposition of Social Contract Theory in Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Kant, and Hegel
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The book explores the concept of political legitimacy through the lens of individual will. It delves into the philosophical underpinnings of authority and governance, examining how personal agency and collective consent shape the legitimacy of political systems. The text engages with various theories and perspectives, offering insights into the relationship between individual rights and state power. Through its analysis, it aims to provide a deeper understanding of what constitutes legitimate political authority in contemporary society.
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Will and Political Legitimacy, Patrick Riley
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- 2014
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- Title
- Will and Political Legitimacy
- Subtitle
- A Critical Exposition of Social Contract Theory in Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Kant, and Hegel
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Patrick Riley
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press
- Publisher
- 2014
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 296
- ISBN13
- 9780674435490
- Category
- Legal literature
- Description
- The book explores the concept of political legitimacy through the lens of individual will. It delves into the philosophical underpinnings of authority and governance, examining how personal agency and collective consent shape the legitimacy of political systems. The text engages with various theories and perspectives, offering insights into the relationship between individual rights and state power. Through its analysis, it aims to provide a deeper understanding of what constitutes legitimate political authority in contemporary society.