The Meaning of Conservatism

by Roger Scruton

Overview

First published in 1980, this contribution to political thought is a statement of the traditional conservative position. Roger Scruton challenges those who would regard themselves as conservatives, and also their opponents.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781587315039
Publisher:	St. Augustine's Press
Publication date:	07/15/2014
Edition description:	Third Edition
Pages:	220
Sales rank:	526,961
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Author of dozens of books on politics, philosophy (especially aesthetics), and history, Roger Scruton is one of the premier public intellectuals Britain has produced in the past 30 years.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Third Edition Preface to the First Edition Introduction: Philosophy, Policy and Dogma The Conservative Attitude Authority and Allegiance Constitution and the State Law and Liberty Property Alienated Labour The Autonomous Institution Establishment The Public World Appendix: Liberalism versus Conservatism Notes Index

Editorial Reviews

'...a marvellously lucid writer.' - Seamus Perry, Politics

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