The Practice of Liberal Pluralism by William A. Galston (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Practice of Liberal Pluralism by William A. Galston This book defends a theory, liberal pluralism, which is based on three core concepts - value pluralism, political pluralism, and expressive liberty - and explores the implications of this theory for politics. It helps clarify some of the complexities of real-world political action and points toward a distinctive conception of public philosophy and public policy. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Practice of Liberal Pluralism defends a theory, liberal pluralism, which is based on three core concepts - value pluralism, political pluralism, and expressive liberty - and explores the implications of this theory for politics. Liberal pluralism helps clarify some of the complexities of real-world political action and points toward a distinctive conception of public philosophy and public policy. It leads to a vision of a good society in which political institutions are active in a delimited sphere and in which, within broad limits, families, civil associations, and faith communities may organize and conduct themselves in ways that are not congruent with principles that govern the public sphere. The final section of the book defends liberal pluralism against attacks that it is internally incoherent or that it denies, without justification, key theological premises. Written in a nontechnical style, this book should appeal to professionals in philosophy, political science, law, and policy making. Author Biography William A. Galston is Saul Stern Professor at the School of Public Affairs, University of Maryland. Table of Contents 1. Introduction; Part I. Philosophical Dimensions of Liberal Pluralism: 2. Value pluralism and its critics; 3. Political pluralism and limits on state power; 4. Expressive liberty and constitutional democracy: the case of freedom of conscience; Part II. Liberal Pluralism and Public Action: 5. Value pluralism and political means: toughness as a political virtue; 6. Value pluralism and motivational complexity: the case of cosmopolitan altruism; Part III. Politics, Markets, and Civic Life in Liberal Pluralist Societies: 7. The public and its problems; 8. The effects of modern markets on civic life; 9. The politics of reciprocity: the theory and practice of mutualism; Part IV. Defending Liberal Pluralism: 10. Liberal pluralism and liberal egalitarianism; 11. Liberal pluralism between monism and diversity; 12. Conclusion: liberal pluralism at home and abroad. Review Galston … combines in a way quite rare in the world of political philosophy sustained theoretical argument with attention to its empirical presuppositions and consequences. He shows an enviable grasp of the practical and institutional issues of our time, and he is constantly concerned to relate high theory to such concrete matters as economic policy and civic participation. The present collection displays both these virtues in characteristically Galstonian fashion. Charles Larmore, University of Chicago Promotional This book defends the theory of liberal pluralism and explores the implications of this theory for politics. Promotional "Headline" This book defends the theory of liberal pluralism and explores the implications of this theory for politics. Description for Bookstore This book defends a theory, liberal pluralism, which is based on three core concepts - value pluralism, political pluralism, and expressive liberty - and explores the implications of this theory for politics. It helps clarify some of the complexities of real-world political action and points toward a distinctive conception of public philosophy and public policy. Description for Library This book defends a theory, liberal pluralism, which is based on three core concepts - value pluralism, political pluralism, and expressive liberty - and explores the implications of this theory for politics. It helps clarify some of the complexities of real-world political action and points toward a distinctive conception of public philosophy and public policy. Details ISBN0521549639 Short Title PRAC OF LIBERAL PLURALISM Pages 216 Publisher Cambridge University Press Language English ISBN-10 0521549639 ISBN-13 9780521549639 Media Book Format Paperback Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom DOI 10.1604/9780521549639 UK Release Date 2004-12-20 AU Release Date 2004-12-20 NZ Release Date 2004-12-20 Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises Author William A. Galston Year 2004 Publication Date 2004-12-20 Alternative 9780511614200 DEWEY 320.51 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91368515;

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