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Philosophy 008 | ||
| The Social Contract | |||
| Tues Thurs 11-12 Annenberg 110 | Spring 1998 | ||
| Syllabus | This
course examines the role of the social contract doctrine in Western thought
and culture. We will focus on the political writings of the major proponents
of social contract theory: Thomas Hobbes, John Locke. J.J. Rosseau, and
John Rawls. We will contrast their views with the utilitarian tradition,
as represented by the political and economic philosophy of David Hume and
Adam Smith. The relationship between social contract doctrine and the theory
of rational choice is also discussed, as well as contemporary libertarianism.
The course is designed to provide an introduction to some of the main issues
in modern political philosophy. It is a requirement for the PPE major.
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