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Modern Philosopher Kings Wisdom and Power in Politics Edinburgh Studies in Comparative Political

by [Patapan, Haig]

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Can wisdom and power, philosophy and politics be combined to secure justice? Or are there formidable tensions, even antagonism between them? Socrates presented the philosopher king as an aspiration, a remedy for the ills of the world. He also called it a paradox, a challenging and perplexing innovation. Ever since, the philosopher king has been an enduring and fascinating question as well as a political aspiration. Modern Philosopher Kings examines the philosopher king as a paradox and an ambitious modern project. Through a series of diverse studies ranging from the prophet, intellectual, artist, advisor, scientist and 'the people' it examines modern attempts to unite wisdom and power. In doing so it reveals the different ways and the extent to which wisdom can be empowered and power ennobled.

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  • Edinburgh University Pres Brand
  • Nov 30, 2024 Pub Date:
  • 9781399508780 ISBN-13:
  • 1399508784 ISBN-10:
  • English Language
  • 9.21 in * 0.51 in * 6.14 in Dimensions:
  • 1 lb Weight: