Toleration and the Challenges to Liberalism

This book explores the relationship between different versions of liberalism and toleration, focusing on their shared theoretical and political challenges. It reconstructs historical controversies, discusses conceptual and justificatory questions, and analyzes applied issues and cases of conflicts of toleration in liberal states and societies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 270 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Tolerance, a fundamental and contentious liberal value and virtue, has been the subject of intense debates throughout history and in contemporary philosophical discourse. The conceptual scope, justification, and political role of toleration are intricately linked to broader philosophical controversies about the foundations of liberalism. This volume specifically explores the intricate relationship between toleration and liberalism.

In Part I, the essays delve into the historical controversies surrounding toleration and liberalism, shedding light on the various debates and disagreements that have shaped the understanding and application of these concepts. These historical controversies provide a rich backdrop for the subsequent discussions in Parts II and III.

Part II delves into the conceptual and justificatory dimensions of toleration as a central category for defining liberal political theory. The essays address questions such as the nature of toleration, its sources and foundations, and the implications it holds for the construction of liberal democratic societies. Scholars and advanced students in social and political philosophy, ethics, and political theory will find this section particularly insightful.

Part III focuses on the theoretical analysis of applied issues and cases of conflicts of toleration in liberal states and societies. The essays explore the challenges and dilemmas faced by liberal governments and institutions when dealing with diverse religious, cultural, and ideological perspectives. By examining these real-world scenarios, the volume provides valuable insights into the complexities and dilemmas of toleration in contemporary society.

Tolerance and the Challenges to Liberalism is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students seeking to deepen their understanding of the complex relationship between toleration and liberalism. The book offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach, drawing on insights from philosophy, social science, and political theory. It provides a rich tapestry of ideas and perspectives that will stimulate further discussion and debate in these fields.

Weight: 510g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367612511