Rousseau and Law

Abstract

Jean-Jacques Rousseau stands as one of the most influential figures in the history of philosophy. His masterpiece-The Social Contract-has had a profound effect on legal and political theorists ever since its appearance. Rousseau and Law presents for the first time in one collection the most important contemporary work exploring his many contributions to legal theory. These essays deal with a variety of issues, such as social contract theories, democratic rights, fundamental law, natural law and natural rights, affinities between Rousseau and Dworkin's legal theories, narrative, bioethics, and promise enforcement.

Citation

Brooks, T. (Ed.). (2005). Rousseau and Law. Ashgate Publishing

• Book Type: Edited Book
• Publication Date: 2005
• Deposit Date: Nov 16, 2012
• Public URL: https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1131084
• Publisher URL: http://www.ashgate.com/default.aspx?page=637&calcTitle=1&title_id=5023&edition_id=5160
• Additional Information: Reviewed in Law and Politics Book Review