Global Democracy: The Case for a World Government by Torbjrn Tnnsj (English) Pap

Description: Global Democracy by Torbjrn Tnnsj Presents the arguments for the establishment of a world government to answer pressing global issues such as war, global injustices and environmental problems. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Is world government the answer to pressing global issues such as war, global injustices and environmental problems? Torbjrn Tnnsj presents the case for this idea.The notion of a sovereign world government has been defended in the past by philosophers such as Bertrand Russell and A.C. Ewing, but has been eclipsed by less radical ideas to do with peaceful cooperation between sovereign states or, at most, through systems of shared sovereignty. Tnnsj argues that such solutions cannot be effective; moreover he argues, in response to philosophers such as Kant and Rawls, that not only is a world government necessary if we want to solve pressing global problems, it is desirable in its own right.Short, simple to read, and focusing on the key arguments, Global Democracy is intended for anyone who wants to start to think about political solutions to global problems, putting them into a perspective that deserves to be taken seriously.The authors royalties on sales of this book are being donated to Oxfam. Back Cover Global DemocracyThe Case for a World GovernmentTorbj Flap Global DemocracyThe Case for a World GovernmentTorbj Author Biography Torbjorn Tannsjo is Kristian Claeson Professor of Practical Philosophy at Stockholm University. He is author of several books including Conservatism for Our Time (1990), Populist Democracy (1993), Hedonistic Utilitarianism (1998) and Understanding Ethics (2002). Table of Contents Acknowledgments; Preface; 1. The Problem; 2. The Argument from Peace; 3. The Argument from Global Justice; 4. The Environment; 5. Democracy; 6. A Roadmap to Global Democracy; 7. Is Global Democracy Desirable?; 8. Conclusion; References; Index. Review Democratisation must take place at all levels of human society - local, national, regional and global. Torbjorn Tannsjos book is a contribution to the globalisation of democratisation. -- Boutros Boutros-Ghali The argument is direct, simple (without being simple-minded), and shows how crucially world government affects what we say about global justice, environmental problems, and war. Tannsjo says strikingly, comprehensively, and in a manner that any literate person could grasp, vital things about these matters.-- Professor Kai Nielsen, Concordia University, Quebec Long Description Is world government the answer to pressing global issues such as war, global injustices and environmental problems? Torbjrn Tnnsj presents the case for this idea.The notion of a sovereign world government has been defended in the past by philosophers such as Bertrand Russell and A.C. Ewing, but has been eclipsed by less radical ideas to do with peaceful cooperation between sovereign states or, at most, through systems of shared sovereignty. Tnnsj argues that such solutions cannot be effective; moreover he argues, in response to philosophers such as Kant and Rawls, that not only is a world government necessary if we want to solve pressing global problems, it is desirable in its own right.Short, simple to read, and focusing on the key arguments, Global Democracy is intended for anyone who wants to start to think about political solutions to global problems, putting them into a perspective that deserves to be taken seriously.The authors royalties on sales of this book are being donated to Oxfam. Review Quote The argument is direct, simple (without being simple-minded), and shows how crucially world government affects what we say about global justice, environmental problems, and war. Tnnsj says strikingly, comprehensively, and in a manner that any literate person could grasp, vital things about these matters. Promotional "Headline" How a world government could solve pressing global concerns Description for Reader Is world government the answer to pressing global issues such as war, global injustices and environmental problems? Torbj Description for Sales People Catalogue: Shoutline, quote.How a world government could solve pressing global concernsCatalogue blurbDemocratisation must take place at all levels of human society - local, national, regional and global. Torbj Description for Teachers/Educators International Politics; Globalisation; Global Justice; the Environment; War and Peace. Details ISBN0748634991 Short Title GLOBAL DEMOCRACY Publisher Edinburgh University Press Language English ISBN-10 0748634991 ISBN-13 9780748634996 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2008 Imprint Edinburgh University Press Subtitle The Case for a World Government Place of Publication Edinburgh Country of Publication United Kingdom Birth 1946 DOI 10.1604/9780748634996 UK Release Date 2008-02-18 NZ Release Date 2008-02-18 Edited by Johanna Spanke Affiliation Winchester College, UK Position Classics Teacher Qualifications Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu, Saudi Arabia Pages 168 Publication Date 2008-02-18 DEWEY 327 Audience General AU Release Date 2008-05-26 Author Torbjrn Tnnsj Alternative 9780748634989 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133482879;

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