Description
This book takes the form of an extended conversation between Walzer and Astrid von Busekist, ranging from Walzer's biography and political activism to his work on war, justice and Judaism. Weaving together his theoretical work and his political activism, it provides an outstanding introduction to the life and work of one of the most influential political theorists of our time.
About the Author
Michael Walzer is one of the most influential political theorists in the world today. Professor Emeritus at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, he has also taught at Harvard. Among his most influential books are Just and Unjust Wars and Spheres of Justice. He also co-edited the journal Dissent for 30 years and is a contributing editor to The New Republic.
Astrid von Busekist is Professor of Political Theory at Science-Po in Paris.
Reviews
"This dialogue with Michael Walzer shows how fertile and original a political thinker he is, less interested in defining foundational normative theory, but fully engaged in discerning how in each particular society we can build a common world, hospitable to a multicultural social democracy."
Professor Charles Taylor, McGill University
"Von Busekist asks superb questions, drawing Walzer out on questions about which he has not written."
Logos: A Journal of Modern Society & Culture
Book Information
ISBN 9781509544806
Author Michael Walzer
Format Paperback
Page Count 260
Imprint Polity Press
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Weight(grams) 363g
Dimensions(mm) 226mm * 150mm * 20mm