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Explore the profound exploration of ethics with 'On Mercy,' a groundbreaking trade paperback published by Princeton University Press in 2021. This brand new book, ISBN 9780691217451, delves into the philosophical debate on whether mercy holds greater importance than justice. As Malcolm Bull argues, mercy has been unjustly exiled from political discourse since the Enlightenment era. This compelling work serves as an essential read for anyone interested in political philosophy, ethics, and the dynamics of power. There is an urgent call to recognize mercy's foundational role in our society, especially in contexts where vulnerability and power dynamics come into play. By advocating for the restoration of mercy to political dialogue, Bull highlights how this virtue can help mitigate the excesses of authority and empower the marginalized. Perfect for scholars, students, and anyone passionate about the interplay between mercy and justice, 'On Mercy' becomes a pivotal text in understanding contemporary political thought. Buy your copy today to engage with this vital conversation in political and ethical philosophy, and ensure that mercy finds its rightful place in modern discourse. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691217451
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
Is mercy more important than justice?
Since antiquity, mercy has been regarded as a virtue. Yet by the end of the eighteenth century, mercy had been exiled from political life. In this book, Malcolm Bull analyses and challenges the Enlightenment's rejection of mercy. Political realism, Bull argues, demands recognition of the foundational role of mercy in society. If we are vulnerable to harm from others, we are in need of their mercy. By restoring the primacy of mercy over justice, we may constrain the powerful and release the agency of the powerless. An important contribution to political philosophy from an inventive thinker, On Mercy makes a persuasive case for returning this neglected virtue to the heart of political thought.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691217451
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
Is mercy more important than justice?
Since antiquity, mercy has been regarded as a virtue. Yet by the end of the eighteenth century, mercy had been exiled from political life. In this book, Malcolm Bull analyses and challenges the Enlightenment's rejection of mercy. Political realism, Bull argues, demands recognition of the foundational role of mercy in society. If we are vulnerable to harm from others, we are in need of their mercy. By restoring the primacy of mercy over justice, we may constrain the powerful and release the agency of the powerless. An important contribution to political philosophy from an inventive thinker, On Mercy makes a persuasive case for returning this neglected virtue to the heart of political thought.