Political Emotions

Political Emotions Why Love Matters for Justice

Hardback (04 Oct 2013)

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Publisher's Synopsis

How can we achieve and sustain a 'decent' liberal society, one that aspires to justice and equal opportunity for all and inspires individuals to sacrifice for the common good? In this book, a continuation of her explorations of emotions and the nature of social justice, Martha Nussbaum makes the case for love.

About the Publisher

Harvard University Press

Founded in 1913, Harvard University Press is the publisher of such classic works as John Rawls's A Theory of Justice, E. O. Wilson's On Human Nature, and Helen Vendler's Dickinson. The Press continues to be a leading publisher of convergent works in the sciences, humanities, and social sciences, while also taking bold steps in exciting new directions, from innovative partnerships, to a diverse translation program, to an expanded commitment to facilitating scholarly conversation around the globe.

Book information

ISBN: 9780674724655
Publisher: The Belknap Press of Harvard University Press
Imprint: Harvard University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 320.019
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: viii, 457
Weight: 810g
Height: 237mm
Width: 167mm
Spine width: 37mm