Natural Law and Natural Rights (Clarendon Law Series)

Discover the timeless wisdom of Natural Law and Natural Rights with the Clarendon Law Series book. This groundbreaking work, first published in 1980, has become a seminal contribution to the philosophy of law, providing a comprehensive understanding of legal, moral, and political philosophy. Authored by renowned thinker Finnis, this new edition features a substantial postscript, engaging with decades of discussion and refining the original theory.

By closely integrating the philosophy of law with ethics, social theory, and political philosophy, this book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the fundamental issues that shape our society. Finnis presents a compelling argument that goes beyond a mere review of other theories, drawing on classical, modern, and contemporary writers to illustrate and critically analyze concepts in ethics, social and political theory, and jurisprudence.

The book's first part lays the foundation by examining the dependence of social science on evaluations made by the theorist, emphasizing the necessity of a theory of natural law for a fully critical basis. Furthermore, it dismantles common objections to natural law theory, unveiling their misunderstandings. In the second part, Finnis delves into essential topics such as basic human goods, practical reasonableness, justice, human rights, authority, the Rule of Law, and the intricate relationship between legal and moral obligation, all while addressing the practical and theoretical challenges posed by unjust laws.

Finally, the book concludes by exploring the intriguing connection between "natural law," "natural theology," and "revelation," weaving together moral concerns with larger existential questions. By immersing yourself in this thought-provoking work, you can gain a deeper understanding of the principles that underpin our legal system and society at large.

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