Republicanism in theory and practice

"Recent claims that civic republicanism can better address contemporary political problems than either liberalism or communitarianism are generating significant debate. This book is a sharp insight into this debate, confronting normative theory with historical and comparative analysis. It examines whether republican theory can address contemporary political problems in ways that are both valuable and significantly different in practice from liberalism. Expert authors offer contrasting perspectives on issues raised by the contemporary revival of republicanism and adopt a variety of methodological approaches to address the practical implications of republican thought within a coherent thematic framework." "This book will be of great interest to researchers and students of republicanism in political science history, social policy and education. In addition, it will provide a valuable resource for those concerned with issues such as citizenship, democratic theory, multiculturalism, nationalism and patriotism, and politics beyond the nation-state."--Jacket.