Contemporary Political Philosophy by Will Kymlicka is a textbook on political theory, intended for students and professionals in political philosophy. This work offers a clear overview of the main schools of thought within contemporary political philosophy, with an emphasis on current developments and debates.
The fully revised edition covers topics such as utilitarianism, liberal egalitarianism, libertarianism, socialism, communitarianism, and feminism. Two new chapters on citizenship and multiculturalism have been added. The book discusses thinkers such as John Rawls, Michael Sandel, Iris Young, and others, and includes extensive literature references for each chapter.
Specifications
- Author: Will Kymlicka (Professor of Philosophy, Queens University, Canada)
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication date: 13 September 2001
- Number of pages: 512
- ISBN: 9780198782742
- Theme: Social and political philosophy
- BISAC: PHILOSOPHY / Political
About the author
Will Kymlicka is a professor of philosophy at Queen's University in Canada and specializes in political philosophy. His publications include work on citizenship, multiculturalism, and nationalism, and are internationally recognized in the field.