Social Contract Theory

Author: Michael Lesorfsky
Translator: Liu Xunlian, Li LiHong
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: The author seizes the opportunity of the revival of contract theory in the contemporary era, with a broad perspective, profound knowledge, and a high-level approach. Drawing on extensive references and insightful observations, he critically examines the strengths and weaknesses of various schools of thought, presenting a multi-faceted view of the nature and appeal of social contract theory. His arguments are both fair and original, making this a rare and valuable book in the study of contract theory. To enhance the depth of the book, the translators have also selected several influential systematic research papers. These papers, it should be said, represent the highest level of research on social contract theory in Western academia at different periods.