The Authority of the State

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Leslie Green (Professor of the Philosophy of Law at the University of Oxford, Professor of the Philosophy of Law at the University of Oxford, University of Oxford)

The Authority of the State

Leslie Green (Professor of the Philosophy of Law at the University of Oxford, Professor of the Philosophy of Law at the University of Oxford, University of Oxford)

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English

Clarendon Press
05 July 1990

Social & political philosophy; Politics & government; Political science & theory; Jurisprudence & philosophy of law

Series: Clarendon Paperbacks

The modern state claims supreme authority over the lives of all its citizens. Drawing together political philosophy, jurisprudence, and public choice theory, this book forces the reader to reconsider some basic assumptions about the authority of the state. Various popular and influential theories - conventionalism, contractarianism, and communitarianism - are assessed by the author and found to fail. Leslie Green argues that only the consent of the governed can justify the state's claims to authority. While he denies that there is a general obligation to obey the law, he nonetheless rejects philosophical anarchism and defends civility - the willingness to tolerate some imperfection in institutions - as a political virtue.

By: Leslie Green (Professor of the Philosophy of Law at the University of Oxford Professor of the Philosophy of Law at the University of Oxford University of Oxford)
Imprint: Clarendon Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: New edition
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 384g
ISBN: 9780198273134
ISBN 10: 0198273134
Series: Clarendon Paperbacks
Pages: 284
Publication Date: 05 July 1990
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for The Authority of the State

`Recommended for all students, undergraduate and graduate level.' Choice `All readers should gain something from this book ... the author's identification of problems besetting the category of political obligation is always refreshing and sensible.' Political Studies 'this admirable reflection achieves fresh perspectives on much-discussed issues and effects a distinctive amalgamation among well-rehearsed theories of authority. Green's incisive critiques of received formulations and bold if occasionally adventuresome proposals enliven a slightly tired set of topics.' Canadian Philosophical Review, Vol.9, No.10 & 11, Oct/Nov '89 'this admirable reflection achieves fresh perspectives on much-discussed issues' Richard E. Flathman, The Johns Hopkins University, Canadian Philosophical Reviews Oct-Nov '89)