The Philosopher in the City: The Moral Dimensions of Urban Politics

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Philosopher in the City: The Moral Dimensions of Urban Politics
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Hadley Arkes
SeriesPrinceton Legacy Library
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:482
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
Category/GenreEthics and moral philosophy
ISBN/Barcode 9780691615257
ClassificationsDewey:320.80973
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 14 July 2014
Publication Country United States

Description

After reestablishing the connection between morality and the law, the author develops a coherent position on many of the most controversial issues of urban life: the political uses of the streets; verbal assaults and the defamation of racial groups; the legitimate restriction of public speech; segregation, busing, and the use of racial quotas; educ