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Contemporary political theory has produced a rich body of new ideas, encouraging a reassessment of the history of political thought. In this volume, Flathman examines the provocative political philosophy of Thomas Hobbes in the light of its possible contribution to our understanding of modernity. Taking Hobbes' philosophical texts out of their context and placing them in ours, much as Hobbes did to his own predecessors, the author uses them to address questions of present philosophical, moral and political concern.

Product Description: A superbly original version of liberalism by a major figure in political theory.In this provocative work, Richard E. Flathman puts forward his idiosyncratic view of liberalism, one that is particularly concerned with putting freedom and individuality first, one that warns of the individualism-limiting potential of even liberal efforts to promote social justice...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: Book by Flathman, Richard E.

Discusses authority, citizenship, the theory of rights, abortion, and the philosophical basis of Liberalism