The question of autonomy is fundamental to understanding some of the most important questions and debates in contemporary political and moral life, from freedom of the individual, free will and decision-making to controversies surrounding medical ethics, human rights and the justifications for state intervention. It is also a crucial concept for understanding the development of liberalism.
The Routledge Handbook of Autonomy is a comprehensive survey and assessment of the key figures, debates and problems surrounding autonomy. Comprising over forty chapters by an international team of contributors, the Handbook is divided into five clear parts:
Within these sections, all the essential topics are addressed, making The Routledge Handbook of Autonomy an outstanding reference source for those in political philosophy, ethics, applied ethics and philosophy of law. It is also highly recommended reading for those in related subjects, such as politics, social policy and education.
| ISBN: | 9781032404943 |
| Publication date: | 13th March 2025 |
| Author: | Ben Colburn |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 468 pages |
| Series: | Routledge Handbooks in Philosophy |
| Genres: |
Social and political philosophy Ethics and moral philosophy Moral and social purpose of education Political science and theory Methods, theory and philosophy of law Social and ethical issues Sociology Social welfare and social services Medicine and Nursing |