The System of Liberty: Themes in the History of Classical Liberalism

by George H. Smith

Book Overview

Liberal individualism, or 'classical liberalism' as it is often called, refers to a political philosophy in which liberty plays the central role. This book demonstrates a conceptual unity within the manifestations of classical liberalism by tracing the history of several interrelated and reinforcing themes. Concepts such as order, justice, rights and freedom have imparted unity to this diverse political ideology by integrating context and meaning...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521182093
• ISBN13: 9780521182096
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 231 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 8.9"