Modern Philosopher Kings

Explores modern attempts to resolve the enduring question of the philosopher king – whether it is possible to combine wisdom and power to secure justice Examines the extent to which politics is open to philosophy, and whether philosophy is always salutary for politicsTheoretically rich, examining the philosophical origins of the paradox of philosopher king and how it manifests itself in diverse ways and in different domains in modern and contemporary politicsWide-ranging in its approach, explori