Virtual Learning
Date & Time: Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 11am
Webinar: Classics Revisited – A Theory of Justice by John Rawls
Join Professor Michael Sugrue to reflect on the classics of our world.
panelists + moderator
Prof. Michael Sugrue
Professor of History at Ave Maria University,
BA in History from the University of Chicago, M.A. and Ph.D. from Columbia University
Kristy Goebel
Global Marketing Specialist,
Bibliotheca
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Summary
Could one guarantee a just and morally acceptable society? A Theory of Justice by John Rawls details the fundamental principles behind such a place. Professor Michael Sugrue, Ph.D., will analyze the ideas put forth in this book, the latest classic to be included in the Classics Revisited series. This piece of political philosophy is relevant today despite having been written 5 decades ago. Rawls describes equality and a “veil of ignorance” that can ensure justice. Which begs the question, if everyone were to agree to live a certain way, would there be justice and fairness? The Professor will discuss A Theory of Justice and a live Q&A will follow.
Resources
Bibliotheca is happy to share these additional resources and references related to and/or mentioned during this webinar.
Simple Breakdown of the book – a different take:
John Rawls Biography and Career:
Interesting article about the ongoing impact of Rawls on society. Written for “The New Republic” in 2019.
Classics Revisited Series: Foundations of the Metaphysics of Morals by Immanuel Kant
Classics Revisited: Utilitarianism by John Stuart Mill
John Rawls Biography and Career:
Interesting article about the ongoing impact of Rawls on society. Written for “The New Republic” in 2019.
Classics Revisited Series: Foundations of the Metaphysics of Morals by Immanuel Kant
Classics Revisited: Utilitarianism by John Stuart Mill
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