Strange Multiplicity: Constitutionalism in an Age of Diversity
(Part of the The Seeley Lectures Series)
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In the inaugural set of Seeley Lectures, the distinguished political philosopher James Tully addresses the demands for cultural recognition that constitute the major conflicts of today: supranational associations, nationalism and federalism, linguistic and ethnic minorities, feminism, multiculturalism and aboriginal self government. Neither modern nor post-modern constitutionalism can adjudicate such claims justly. However, by surveying 400 years of constitutional practice, with special attention to the American aboriginal peoples, Tully develops a new philosophy of constitutionalism based on dialogues of conciliation which, he argues, have the capacity to mediate contemporary conflicts and bring peace to the twenty-first century. Strange Multiplicity brings profound historical, critical and philosophical perspectives to our most pressing contemporary conflicts, and provides an authoritative guide to constitutional possibilities in a multicultural age.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0521476941
ISBN13:9780521476942
Release Date:September 1995
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Length:272 Pages
Weight:0.83 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 5.5" x 8.4"
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Richly textured ... brilliant
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
One of the most compelling contributions to contemporary political philosophy to have emerged in the last few years. Anyone interested in the 'multinational' problem, or the burgeoning multiculturalism debate, will find this of particular interest. Tully tries neither to lead us to water, nor to compell us to drink. What he offers is a refreshing and poignant aperture through which we might assess some of the more burning issues of our day...A tour de force.
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