This book investigates the fundamental conceptualization of injustice, questioning whether it is merely the absence of justice or a distinct, active phenomenon. Eric Heinze, a professor of law and legal theory, utilizes a rigorous analytical framework to deconstruct how historical and modern thinkers have defined the boundaries of injustice. By examining the interplay between measurement, unity, and disunity, the author argues that injustice functions as a specific, measurable condition that shapes political and legal discourse.

Scholars and legal theorists frequently cite this work for its dense, systematic approach to defining abstract concepts within political philosophy. Experts highlight the text as a challenging but necessary contribution to the study of jurisprudence and ethics.