Public Reason in Political Philosophy Classic Sources and Contemporary Commentaries

"A very welcome overview on one of the most important topics in political philosophy from the past to its vibrant future. A valuable addition that does well to put public reason in historical context - and highlight its continuing urgency."

--Thom Brooks, Durham Law School

"Each of the chapters on individual philosophers is written by a top-flight scholar in the work of that particular figure. While written in a manner that will make them accessible to advanced undergraduates, these chapters will be of interest to specialists."

--Dale E. Miller, Old Dominion University

"Questions about 'public reason' did not begin with John Rawls. As the historical selections in this volume demonstrate, the problem of dealing with deep moral and religious disagreement has constituted a major theme of modern political philosophy since the 17th century. The contemporary commentaries on those selections do an excellent job of situating them in the context of current debates."

--Matt Zwolinski, University of San Diego