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Global Justice

Name: Global Justice
ISBN: 9781118322130

An Introduction

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Global Justice

An Introduction

About this book

A fascinating and engaging discussion of the central issues in the contemporary study of global justice

In Global Justice: An Introduction, distinguished legal and political philosopher Thom Brooks delivers an authoritative and accessible introduction to foundational concepts in the study of justice that are common to societies around the globe. The author covers fundamental and contemporary concepts, exploring and explaining critical issues, including sovereignty, severe poverty, environmental justice, and human rights.

Each chapter explores a unique subject and includes illuminating examples from current affairs around the world, as well as a selection of further reading material that will add depth to reader understanding.

Designed to be used as the companion text to The Global Justice Reader, Revised Edition, this book also stands alone as a resource offering expert introductory treatments of the key issues animating contemporary discussion in the field of global justice.

Readers will also find:

Thorough introductions to sovereignty, the rights to self-determination, human rights, and nationalism and patriotism
Comprehensive explorations of cosmopolitanism, immigration and citizenship, and global poverty
Practical discussions of the concept of just wars, terrorism, and feminist global justice
Extensive treatments of climate change as it relates to the international order and environmental justice

Perfect for students of philosophy, politics, political science, and law, Global Justice: An Introduction will be of particular interest to academics and general readers seeking coverage of subjects in international law, jurisprudence, and political and moral philosophy.

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