A Theory of JusticeThough the "Revised Edition of A Theory of Justice", published in 1999, is the definitive statement of Rawls's view, so much of the extensive literature on Rawls's theory refers to the first edition. This reissue makes the first edition once again available for scholars and serious students of Rawls's work. |
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Page 308
... example , the precept to each according to his contribution covers many cases of distribution in a perfectly competitive economy . Accepting the marginal pro- ductivity theory of distribution , each factor of production receives an ...
... example , the precept to each according to his contribution covers many cases of distribution in a perfectly competitive economy . Accepting the marginal pro- ductivity theory of distribution , each factor of production receives an ...
Page 402
... example , the state- ment that Wildcat is a good mountain may require the kind of amplification provided by adding that it is a good mountain for skiing . Or the observation that it is a good night may call for the explanation that it ...
... example , the state- ment that Wildcat is a good mountain may require the kind of amplification provided by adding that it is a good mountain for skiing . Or the observation that it is a good night may call for the explanation that it ...
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... example , a per- son feels guilty because he knows that he has taken more than his share ( as defined by some just scheme ) , or has treated others un- fairly . Or a person feels ashamed because he has been cowardly and not spoken out ...
... example , a per- son feels guilty because he knows that he has taken more than his share ( as defined by some just scheme ) , or has treated others un- fairly . Or a person feels ashamed because he has been cowardly and not spoken out ...
Contents
JUSTICE AS FAIRNESS | 3 |
The Subject of Justice | 7 |
The Main Idea of the Theory of Justice | 11 |
Copyright | |
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accept advantages aims apply argument arrangements assume assumptions basic structure ciples circumstances citizens civil disobedience claims conception of justice constitution constraints contract doctrine cooperation course defined definition desire difference principle discussion distribution economic efficiency ends envy equal liberty ethical example expectations fact favored feelings further greater H. L. A. Hart human idea ideal individuals initial situation injustice institutions interests interpretation intuitionism intuitive justice as fairness justified least less limits maximize means ment moral natural duty notion one's original position particular parties persons point of view political precepts preferences principle of fairness principle of utility principles of justice priority problem procedural justice question rational plan reason recognized reflective equilibrium regulated relevant rules scheme seems sense of justice social standpoint suppose theory of justice things tion unjust utilitarian veil of ignorance W. G. Runciman well-ordered society