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Dignity in Adversity: Human Rights in Troubled Times

Dignity in Adversity: Human Rights in Troubled Times

by SeylaBenhabib (Author)

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    Hardcover 2011

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Synopsis

Ranging over themes such as sovereignty, citizenship, genocide, European anti-semitism, and the 'scarf affair' in contemporary Europe and Turkey, this major new book by one of our leading political theorists reflects upon the political transformations of our times and makes a compelling case for a cosmopolitanism without illusions.

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Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 288
 Publisher: Polity Press
Published: 30 Sep 2011
ISBN 10: 0745654428
ISBN 13: 9780745654423

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An original contribution rich with theoretical insights and practical implications. It is a welcome addition to the philosophical literature on human rights. Political Studies Review A rich and complex web of conceptual approaches to see through the global political challenges of our times. Global Journal Delivers a remarkable contribution to theoretical debates centring on issues of human rights and exposes a field of intriguing connection points between Islam and Western liberal constitutional democracies. Central European Journal of International and Security Studies In her comprehensive theory of human rights, Benhabib combines boldness of thinking with great sensitivity to cultural differences and the impact of historical experience. No hard question is ignored; answers are put forth with generous consideration of opposing views. This is an exemplary work of analysis, and beneath it runs a steady flow of quietly passionate hope. George Kateb, Princeton University Equally elegant and convincing, Seyla Benhabib shows a path for cosmopolitan theory beyond the stale opposition between globalist and state-centred approaches. Combining profound normative reflections with perceptive historical, legal and political analysis, she crafts a powerful critical theory of democracy and human rights. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the principles and institutions of a just global order. Rainer Forst, University of Frankfurt
Author Bio
Seyla Benhabib is Eugene Meyer Professor of Political Science and Philosophy at Yale University.