The British Idealists
The British Idealists by David Boucher, published by Cambridge University Press on July 31, 1997, is a comprehensive examination of the influential thinkers who shaped social and political thought in the nineteenth century. This 356-page volume explores the contributions of the British Idealists to significant debates of their time, including topics such as evolution, democracy, the role of the state, education, and international relations. The book provides an introduction that develops key themes found in their writings, offering insights into their lasting impact on modern communitarian theory.
Readers will find a detailed biography of the British Idealists, which includes a guide to their principal works, enhancing the understanding of their philosophical contributions. This edition serves as a resource for those interested in political science, history, and social history, shedding light on the intellectual landscape of the era. The book’s structured approach allows for a thorough exploration of the ideas that continue to resonate in contemporary discussions about society and governance.
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The British Idealists made significant and lasting contributions to the social and political thought of the nineteenth century. They contributed to all the major debates of their day, including evolution, democracy, the role of the state, education and international relations, and are commonly acknowledged as the forerunners of modern communitarian theory. The introduction develops the themes illustrated in the writings of the British Idealists. This volume also contains a biography of the British Idealists that incorporates a guide to their principal works.
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