{"title":"Fabian Wendt","description":"\u003cp\u003eFabian Wendt explores themes of power, governance, and societal structures with a keen analytical eye. His works delve into the complexities of political authority and its impact on contemporary life, inviting readers to reflect on the dynamics shaping our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlending incisive argumentation with accessible prose, Wendt’s writing is essential for anyone interested in \u003cem\u003epolitics and current affairs\u003c\/em\u003e. His thoughtful approach offers valuable perspectives on the mechanisms of control and influence in modern society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"authority-by-fabian-wendt-9781509516988","title":"Authority","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom citizens paying taxes to employees following their bosses' orders and kids obeying their parents, we take it for granted that a whole range of authorities have the power to impose duties on others. However, although authority is often accepted in practice, it looks philosophically problematic if we conceive persons as free and equals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this short and accessible book, Fabian Wendt examines the basis of authority, discussing five prominent theories that try to explain how claims to authority can be vindicated. Focusing in particular on the issue of how states can rightfully claim authority, he rigorously analyses the theories’ arguments and evaluates their strengths and weaknesses. He also debates anarchism as an alternative that should be taken seriously if no theory ultimately succeeds in explaining state authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis clear and engaging book will be essential reading for anyone grappling with the most fundamental questions of authority and obligation in political theory and political philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47462629212396,"sku":"9781509516988","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781509516988-authority.jpg?v=1775018710"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/fabian-wendt.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}