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The Political Thought of C.B. Macpherson
Contemporary ApplicationsCritical Political Theory and Radical Practice
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32,09 € |
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| Verlag: | Palgrave Macmillan |
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| Veröffentl.: | 21.09.2018 |
| ISBN/EAN: | 9783319949208 |
| Sprache: | englisch |
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<div>Central to the thought of C.B. Macpherson (1911-1987) are his critique of the culture of ‘possessive individualism’ and his defence of liberal-democratic socialism. Resurgence of interest in his works is in reaction to the rise of neoliberalism and efforts to find an alternative to societies dominated by capitalist markets. Macpherson’s theories are explained and applied to 21st century challenges.</div>
<div>1. Overview of Writings.- 2. Macpherson as a Liberal Democrat.- 3. Macpherson’s Socialism.- 4. Political Theory and Political Philosophy.- 5. Core Themes.- 6. Neoliberalism.- 7. Global Problems.- 8. Intellectual Property.- 9. Racism and Sexism.- 10. Urban Challenges. <br></div><div><br></div>
<div><b>Frank Cunningham</b> is Emeritus Professor of Philosophy and Political Science at the University of Toronto, Canada, and is currently Adjunct Professor of Urban Studies at Simon Fraser University, Canada.</div>
Central to the thought of C.B. Macpherson (1911-1987) are his critique of the culture of ‘possessive individualism’ and his defence of liberal-democratic socialism. Resurgence of interest in his works is in reaction to the rise of neoliberalism and efforts to find an alternative to societies dominated by capitalist markets. Macpherson’s theories are explained and applied to 21st century challenges.
Brings fresh insights and understanding to a major intellectual figure in the political theory tradition Defends a form of radical democratic theory relevant to those concerned with the fate of contemporary democracy Provides a comprehensive overview of Macpherson's major works to a general interest audience or introductory student
“Frank Cunningham shows with utter clarity how the perspective of this penetrating thinker illuminates the present crisis of financialized capitalism.” (Nancy Fraser, Professor, New School for Social Research, USA)<p>“Cunningham’s masterful account of Macpherson’s work is clear and accessible. It suggests new ways to understand our present political reality.” (Carol C. Gould, Distinguished Professor, City University of New York, USA)</p>
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<p>“Frank Cunningham’s book performs the invaluable service of introducing C.B. Macpherson’s seminal political thought to a new generation.” (Charles W. Mills, Distinguished Professor, CUNY Graduate Centre, USA)</p>
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<p>“Frank Cunningham has put us in his debt in this penetrating study of Macpherson’s critique of the picture of human nature underlying the currently hegemonic neoliberalism.” (Charles Taylor, Professor Emeritus, McGill University, Canada)</p>
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<p>“Frank Cunningham’s book performs the invaluable service of introducing C.B. Macpherson’s seminal political thought to a new generation.” (Charles W. Mills, Distinguished Professor, CUNY Graduate Centre, USA)</p>
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<p>“Frank Cunningham has put us in his debt in this penetrating study of Macpherson’s critique of the picture of human nature underlying the currently hegemonic neoliberalism.” (Charles Taylor, Professor Emeritus, McGill University, Canada)</p>
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