Scholasticism and Politics

Scholasticism and Politics by Jacques Maritain, published by Liberty Fund in 2011, is a first edition that spans 248 pages. This book presents a collection of nine lectures Maritain delivered at the University of Chicago in 1938, where he articulates his vision of personalist democracy. He advocates for a political framework that emphasizes popular sovereignty, constitutionalism, limited government, and individual freedom, aiming to align political order with human dignity and Christian values.

Readers will find Maritain’s exploration of the intersection between scholastic thought and political theory particularly insightful. He argues that personalist democracy can provide a viable solution to contemporary political challenges by promoting the common good. The discussions reflect on the implications of these ideas for the United States Constitution and the broader context of governance. This edition is available in English and offers a thoughtful examination of the principles that underpin democratic societies.