T. H. Green's Theory of Positive Freedom: From Metaphysics to Political Theory

by Ben Wempe

Overview

In this new and entirely revised edition of his study of Green's theory of positive freedom, Ben Wempe argues that the far-reaching and beneficial influence of Green’s political doctrine, on public policy as well as in the field of political theory, was founded on a misinterpretation of his philosophical stand, since the metaphysical basis on which Green argued for his political position was largely neglected. The book discusses Green’s philosophical development and examines an important, hitherto underrated, influence that went into the formation of his philosophical opinions. It then considers Green’s metaphysics and describes how some omissions from the concise version of his metaphysical doctrine, as it is found in his published works, may be remedied by reference to Green’s unpublished material.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780907845584
Publisher:	Imprint Academic
Publication date:	11/28/2004
Series:	British Idealist Studies Series
Pages:	240
Product dimensions:	6.02(w) x 8.34(h) x 0.93(d)

Editorial Reviews

"Closely written, broadly informative on Green's political theory, doubtless open to disagreements on his metaphysical account, Wempe's book may serve to indicate the importance of the latter when present in an author's work." P.A.Monaghan. History of Political Thought."Anyone seeking an overview of the place of liberty in Green's thought will find Wempe's study helpful ... certainly ought to be of interest to students of the history of political philosophy in the Victorian era." Luke O'Sullivan."Wempe makes a powerful case both for his interpretation of Green's theory of positive freedom and positive freedom more generally." Thom Brooks, Times Higher Education Supplement."Wempe's book is rich in scholarly content and argument and embodies a deep knowledge of Green's works that repays intensive study." Andrew Vincent, Victorian Studies

From the Publisher

"Closely written, broadly informative on Green's political theory, doubtless open to disagreements on his metaphysical account, Wempe's book may serve to indicate the importance of the latter when present in an author's work."

History of Political Thought - P.A. Monaghan

"Anyone seeking an overview of the place of liberty in Green's thought will find Wempe's study helpful... [It] certainly ought to be of interest to students of the history of political philosophy in the Victorian era."

Luke O'Sullivan

"Wempe makes a powerful case both for his interpretation of Green's theory of positive freedom and positive freedom more generally."

Times Higher Education Supplement - Thom Brooks

"Wempe's book is rich in scholarly content and argument and embodies a deep knowledge of Green's works that repays intensive study."

Victorian Studies - Andrew Vincent