Modern philosopher kings : wisdom and power in politics / Haig Patapan.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Patapan, Haig, 1959- author.

Series:

Edinburgh studies in comparative political theory & intellectual history.

Edinburgh studies in comparative political theory & intellectual history

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Philosopher-kings.

Philosophy, Ancient.

Political science--Philosophy.

Political science.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (231 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Edinburgh, Scotland : Edinburgh University Press Ltd, 2023.

Language Note:

In English.

Summary:

Can wisdom and power, philosophy and politics be combined to secure justice? Or are there formidable tensions, even antagonism between them? Socrates presented the philosopher king as an aspiration, a remedy for the ills of the world. He also called it a paradox, a challenging and perplexing innovation. Ever since, the philosopher king has been an enduring and fascinating question as well as a political aspiration. <i>Modern Philosopher Kings</i> examines the philosopher king as a paradox and an ambitious modern project. Through a series of diverse studies ranging from the prophet, intellectual, artist, advisor, scientist and 'the people' it examines modern attempts to unite wisdom and power. In doing so it reveals the different ways and the extent to which wisdom can be empowered and power ennobled.

Contents:

Frontmatter

Contents

Introduction: Between Wisdom and Power

1. Paradox of the Philosopher King

2. Prophets, Popes and Princes

3. The Public Intellectual

4. The Artist as Creator

5. The Hidden Philosopher King

6. The Scientist as Modern Benefactor

7. The Wise and Sovereign People

Conclusion: Modern Philosopher Kings

Bibliography

Index

Notes:

Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 07 Mar 2025).

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-3995-0880-6

1-3995-0879-2

OCLC:

1374540167