A Theory of Justice: Original EditionThough 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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... distributed , for in order to pursue their ends they each prefer a larger to a lesser share . A set of principles is ... distribution of the benefits and burdens of social co- operation . Now let us say that a society is well - ordered ...
... distributed , for in order to pursue their ends they each prefer a larger to a lesser share . A set of principles is ... distribution of the benefits and burdens of social co- operation . Now let us say that a society is well - ordered ...
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... distribution of the benefits and burdens of social cooperation . Thus it seems natural to think of the concept of justice as distinct from the various conceptions of justice and as being specified by the role which these different sets ...
... distribution of the benefits and burdens of social cooperation . Thus it seems natural to think of the concept of justice as distinct from the various conceptions of justice and as being specified by the role which these different sets ...
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... distribution of natural assets and abilities , his intelligence , strength , and the like . I shall even assume that the parties do not know their conceptions of the good or their special psychological propensities . The principles of ...
... distribution of natural assets and abilities , his intelligence , strength , and the like . I shall even assume that the parties do not know their conceptions of the good or their special psychological propensities . The principles of ...
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... distribution of wealth and authority . Here we may be looking for a way to remove our doubts . We can check an interpretation of the initial situation , then , by the capacity of its principles to accommodate our firmest convictions and ...
... distribution of wealth and authority . Here we may be looking for a way to remove our doubts . We can check an interpretation of the initial situation , then , by the capacity of its principles to accommodate our firmest convictions and ...
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... distribution which I wish to discuss . Finally , we should note here the essays of J. C. Harsanyi , in particular , “ Cardi- nal Utility in Welfare Economics and in the Theory of Risk - Taking , ” Journal of Political Economy , 1953 ...
... distribution which I wish to discuss . Finally , we should note here the essays of J. C. Harsanyi , in particular , “ Cardi- nal Utility in Welfare Economics and in the Theory of Risk - Taking , ” Journal of Political Economy , 1953 ...
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accept advantages aims apply argument arrangements assume assumptions basic structure ciples circumstances citizens civil disobedience claims conception of justice considered judgments constitution constraints contract doctrine course defined definition desire difference principle discussion distribution economic effective efficiency ends envy equal liberty ethical example expectations express fact favored feelings further greater H. L. A. Hart human idea ideal individuals inequalities initial situation injustice institutions interests interpretation intuitionism intuitive justice as fairness justified least less limits maximize means ments natural duty notion one's original position particular parties philosophical point of view political precepts preferences principle of fairness principle of utility principles of justice problem procedural justice question rational plan reason recognized reflective equilibrium regulated relevant rules scheme seems sense of justice standpoint suppose theory of justice things tion unjust utilitarian veil of ignorance W. G. Runciman well-ordered society