Contemporary Political Philosophy (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: (Canada) Will Kymlicka, translated by Liu Shen
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Publication Date: 2004-01-01
Features: The Chinese translation of Will Kymlicka's Contemporary Political Philosophy deserves our attention and promotion for two reasons. This is an outstanding book with precise and clear problem awareness, a tightly structured and incisive argument, and rich yet solid content. It provides an accurate and in-depth introduction to the development of contemporary political philosophy, making it worth careful reading for anyone interested in political and philosophical thought. Second, the development of political philosophy itself is related to whether politics can be a rational activity, and it is worth active engagement by citizens with a practical awareness. This book serves as an excellent entry point for them. The book focuses on the dominant political philosophy within the academic circles of Western Anglophone countries—specifically the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. It points out that the debate over liberalism and democracy dominates contemporary Anglophone political philosophy. Principles of liberalism and democracy, such as individual rights, equal opportunity, and democratic citizenship, provide the basis for philosophical debate. Philosophers argue over the meaning, implications, and rationality of these terms. The book deeply presents the vitality, complexity, and breadth of contemporary political philosophy while vividly reflecting the trend of integrating academic political philosophy with historical and social realities.