The Political Thought of C.B. Macpherson
Contemporary Applications
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Central to the thought of C.B. Macpherson (1911-1987) are his critique of the culture of ‘possessive individualism’ and his defence of liberal-democratic socialism. Resurgence of interest in his works is in reaction to the rise of neoliberalism and efforts to find an alternative to societies dominated by capitalist markets. Macpherson’s theories are explained and applied to 21st century challenges.
Central to the thought of C.B. Macpherson (1911-1987) are his critique of the culture of ‘possessive individualism’ and his defence of liberal-democratic socialism. Resurgence of interest in his works is in reaction to the rise of neoliberalism and efforts to find an alternative to societies dominated by capitalist markets. Macpherson’s theories are explained and applied to 21st century challenges.
Brings fresh insights and understanding to a major intellectual figure in the political theory tradition Defends a form of radical democratic theory relevant to those concerned with the fate of contemporary democracy Provides a comprehensive overview of Macpherson's major works to a general interest audience or introductory student
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Frank Cunningham
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