ABSTRACT

Gewirth’s theory of human rights has made a major contribution to philosophy. In this edited collection, contributors from a broad range of disciplines discuss the theoretical and practical application of Gewirthian theory to current world issues. Case studies highlight mental health, the LGBT community, intellectual disabilities, global economic inequality, and market instability to provide a truly interdisciplinary study. This important contribution to human rights scholarship provides a platform for further discussion of Gewirthian theory. It will be of interest to those researching moral, legal, and political philosophy, as well as policy makers, social workers, and medical staff.

chapter |10 pages

Introduction

part I|68 pages

Gewirthian Theory

chapter 1|17 pages

Gewirth Versus Kant on Kant's Maxim of Reason

Towards a Gewirthian Philosophical Anthropology

chapter 3|16 pages

‘On Pain of Contradiction’

A Key Moment in Deductive Agency Arguments

part II|76 pages

Gewirthian Contributions

part III|72 pages

Gewirthian Applications

chapter 12|21 pages

Gewirthian Philosophy and Young Adults Who Have Down Syndrome

Towards a Human Rights-Based Model of Community Engagement for Young People Living With an Intellectual Disability

chapter 13|15 pages

The Gewirthian Duty to Rescue