Hegel's Theory of Recognition

Name: Hegel's Theory of Recognition
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By Anderson, Sybol Cook

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Since the 1960s 'New Left' emancipatory movements have claimed that women, ethnic minorities, gays and lesbians, and other groups are oppressed. Some liberal theorists have treated their demands for equality as matters of toleration, of securing by law the equal treatment of cultures and conceptions of the good. However, much more is involved. Also at stake are conceptions of identity differences that inform social practices and perpetuate inequalities that are beyond the reach of legislation. This book outlines an alternative approach to a liberal politics of difference. Sybol Anderson begins by constructing a definition of oppression that illuminates, from a liberal perspective, its salient features. Exposing the limits of toleration as a response, Anderson reaches beyond it for a viable concept of recognition. Hegel's theory of recognition proves an indispensable resource in this endeavor. Anderson concludes, contrary to recent critics of Hegelian recognition, that Hegel's theory can successfully guide modern liberal states toward the achievement of social equality.

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Edition:: 1
Number of Pages:: 224
Release Date:: 2009-08-01
Publication Date:: 2009-08-01
Publisher:: Continnuum-3PL
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 184706129X
ISBN13:: 9781847061294
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]
Weight:: 505 g
Height:: 161 cm
Width:: 240 cm
Thickness:: 17 cm

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