Author Description
Global Justice Is An Exciting Area Of Refreshing, Innovative New Ideas For A Changing World Facing Significant Challenges. Not Only Does Work In This Area Often Force Us To Rethink About Ethics And Political Philosophy More Generally, But Its Insights Contain Seeds Of Hope For Addressing Some Of The Greatest Global Problems Facing Humanity Today. The Oxford Handbook Of Global Justice Has Been Selective In Bringing Together Some Of The Most Pressing Topics And Issues In Global Justice As Understood By The Leading Voices From Both Established And Rising Stars Across Twenty-five New Chapters. This Handbook Explores Severe Poverty, Climate Change, Egalitarianism, Global Citizenship, Human Rights, Immigration, Territorial Rights, And Much More.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume investigates the foundational questions and contemporary challenges of global justice, seeking to synthesize diverse philosophical perspectives on how humanity should address systemic international inequities. Edited by Professor Thom Brooks, the text compiles contributions from established scholars and emerging voices to evaluate the intersection of political theory and practical global policy.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of critical issues including severe poverty, climate change, and human rights.
- Theoretical frameworks concerning egalitarianism and global citizenship.
- Examination of territorial rights and immigration policy.
- Twenty-five original chapters authored by leading experts in the field.
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on normative political philosophy rather than empirical economic modeling.
- It does not provide a comprehensive history of international law, focusing instead on contemporary ethical debates.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Scholars and students frequently cite this handbook as a comprehensive reference for navigating the complex landscape of modern political ethics. Experts highlight the text for its ability to bridge the gap between abstract philosophical inquiry and the urgent, practical problems facing the global community.
Page Count:
576
Publication Date:
2020-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191023809
ISBN-13:
9780191023804
Human rights
Political Philosophy
Global Justice
Social Science
Ethics