Freedom, Reason, and the Polis Vol. 24, Pt. 2Essays in Ancient Greek Political Philosophy |
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| Editor:
| Miller, Fred D.
Keyt, David |
| Series title: | Social Philosophy and Policy Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-521-71012-1 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2007 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $47.99 |
Book Description:
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What is the nature of law? Does our obligation to obey the law extend to unjust laws? From what source do lawmakers derive legitimate authority? What principles should guide us in the design of political institutions? These essays explore how these questions were addressed by ancient political thinkers.
What is the nature of law? Does our obligation to obey the law extend to unjust laws? From what source do lawmakers derive legitimate authority? What principles should guide us in the design of political institutions? These essays explore how these questions were addressed by ancient political thinkers.