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An Introduction to Modern Political Theory

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  • © 1989

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Authors:
  1. Norman P. Barry
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Table of contents (10 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xviii
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  2. Rules, Laws and Society

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 1-1
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    2. Philosophy, Social Science and Political Theory

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      Pages 3-28

    3. Law and Social Control

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      Pages 29-57

    4. The State

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      Pages 58-80

    5. Authority and Power

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      Pages 81-104

  3. Values

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 105-105
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    2. Political Principles

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      Pages 107-132

    3. Justice

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      Pages 133-168

    4. Equality

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      Pages 169-190

    5. Liberty

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      Pages 191-223

    6. Human Rights

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      Pages 224-246

    7. The Public Interest and Democracy

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      Pages 247-286

  4. Back Matter

    Pages 287-309
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This student textbook introduces the concept of political theory from various viewpoints, such as justice and the law, government and the state, and equality and human rights. It analyzes the concepts of power, liberty and a series of political principles.

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