This overview of Habermas' work explores the way in which his theories have developed and changed, leading to an exposition of his more complex ideas and theories. His theory of communicative action is analysed, as are key themes, such as rights, public deliberation, law and democracy, and how they inter-relate. The question of how institutions can be designed to facilitate problem solving and conflict-resolution in a communicative manner is also discussed, and so is Habermas' contribution to the theory of international relations.

About the Author
Erik Oddvar Eriksen is based at ARENA (Advanced Research on the Europeanisation of the Nation State), University of Oslo. Jarle Weigard works at the University of TromsA, Norway.


Book Information
ISBN 9780826471796
Author Erik Oddvar Eriksen
Format Paperback
Page Count 304
Imprint Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 520g