Equality in International Society [electronic resource] : A Reappraisal /
Hjorth, R.author.
The author re-examines the concept of equality in international society, past and present. The view that equality necessarily flows from sovereignty is considered a contingent rather than a necessary contention. A new framework for equality in international society is sketched out emphasising the normative strength of the principle of equality.
Description based upon print version of record.
Cover; Contents; Preface and Acknowledgements; 1 Introduction; 2 Concepts, Approaches, Devices; Part I: History: A Backward Glance; 3 Two Naturalist Theories; 4 Hobbes and the Constructivist Theory of Equality; 5 Equality and Hierarchy; 6 Sovereign Equality and Its Discontents; Conclusions; Part II: Theory: A Fresh Beginning; 7 Equality without Sovereignty; 8 A New Framework for Equality; 9 The Limits of International Society; Conclusions; Bibliography; Index
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The author re-examines the concept of equality in international society, past and present. The view that equality necessarily flows from sovereignty is considered a contingent rather than a necessary contention. A new framework for equality in international society is sketched out emphasising the normative strength of the principle of equality.
Political theory.
International economics.
Economic development.
Political science.
Human rights.
International relations.
Political Theory.
International Economics.
Development Studies.
Political Science.
Human Rights.
International Relations.