The Elements of Social Justice (Routledge Revivals) / Edition 1

by L. T. Hobhouse

Overview

First published in 1922, this title written by L. T. Hobhouse, British politician and one of the leading theorists of Social Liberalism, is a seminal work concerning the social application of ethical principles for the common good. The object of the book is to show that social and political institutions are not ends in themselves.

Hobhouse argues that the social ideal is to be sought not in the faultless unchanging system of an institutional Utopia, but in the love of a spiritual life with its unfailing system of harmonious growth unconfined.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415552776
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	07/03/2009
Series:	Routledge Revivals
Pages:	210
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

L. T. Hobhouse

Table of Contents

1. Ethics and Social Philosophy 2. Rights and Duties 3. Liberty (1) Moral Freedom 4. Liberty (2) Social and Political Freedom 5. Justice and Equality 6. Personal Justice 7. The Payment of Service 8. Property and Economic Organisation 9. Social and Personal Factors in Wealth 10. Industrial Organisation 11. Democracy

Editorial Reviews

'The light that streams into darkness from Dr. Hobson's study window is clear, bright and steady ... A remarkably able book.' - The Times

'He combines profound penetration with wide range and catholic sympathies. Unlike so many philosophical books, this one is written in English that is good to read.' - Manchester Guardian

'Profoundly interesting ... posesses the high quality of truthfulness and scientific good faith.' - Westminster Gazette

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