ABSTRACT

Originally published in 1946, this book reveals Croce’s dynamic conception of liberty, liberalism and the relation of individual morality to the State. The State which he discusses is more than a national government; it is a historical conception which takes in all ‘states’ - local and international. The volume provides an inspired analysis of the relation of politics and morals, individual liberty, free enterprise and pragmatic social judgement.

chapter I|37 pages

Elements of Politics

chapter IV|10 pages

Liberalism as a Concept of Life

chapter V|14 pages

Contrasting Political Ideals After 1870

chapter VI|4 pages

Free Enterprise and Liberalism

chapter IX|5 pages

International Justice

chapter X|3 pages

Historical Pessimism