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The Truth about Leo Strauss
Political Philosophy and American Democracy
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This book is ideal for readers interested in political philosophy, the history of ideas, and understanding the intellectual background of contemporary political debates. It suits both students and general readers seeking a clear, accessible, and thoughtful introduction to Leo Strauss and his influence.
Is Leo Strauss truly an intellectual forebear of neoconservatism and a powerful force in shaping Bush administration foreign policy? This title puts this question to rest, revealing how the popular media came to perpetuate an oversimplified view of a complex and wide-ranging philosopher.
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Is Leo Strauss truly an intellectual forebear of neoconservatism and a powerful force in shaping Bush administration foreign policy? The Truth about Leo Strauss puts this question to rest, revealing for the first time how the popular media came to perpetuate an oversimplified view of a complex and wide-ranging philosopher. In doing so, it corrects our perception of Strauss, providing the best general introduction available to the political thought of this misunderstood figure.
Catherine and Michael Zuckert—both former students of Strauss—guide readers here to a nuanced understanding of how Strauss’s political thought fits into his broader philosophy. Challenging the ideas that Strauss was an inflexible conservative who followed in the footsteps of Nietzsche, Heidegger, and Carl Schmitt, the Zuckerts contend that Strauss’s signature idea was the need for a return to the ancients. Through their work, they conclude that Strauss was a sober defender of liberal democracy, aware of both its strengths and its weaknesses.
Balanced and accessible, The Truth about Leo Strauss is a must-read for anyone who wants to more fully comprehend this enigmatic philosopher and his much-disputed legacy.
The Truth about Leo Strauss is the most balanced and insightful book yet written about Strauss’s thought, students, and political influence. It dispels myths promulgated by both friends and foes and persuasively traces the conflicting paths that American thinkers indebted to Strauss have taken.” —William Galston, Brookings Institution
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William Galston of the Brookings Institution praises the book as "the most balanced and insightful" account of Strauss's influence, noting it dispels myths from both supporters and critics. National Review commends it for giving Strauss's philosophy fair treatment amid his reputation as a controversial figure linked to U.S. imperial policy.
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ISBN: 9780226993331
Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 April 2008
Country: United States
Imprint: University of Chicago Press
Audience: Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 2.0mm
Width: 15.0mm
Height: 23.0mm
Weight: 482g
Pages: 316
About the Author
Catherine and Michael Zuckert are both Nancy R. Dreux Professors of Political Science at the University of Notre Dame. Catherine is the author of two books, including Postmodern Platos, also published by the University of Chicago Press. Michael is the author of three books, including Natural Rights and the New Republicanism.
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