French Literature Reviews - 2026
B. Guillarme, Rawls et l'égalité démocratique
History, Politics and Society
Guillarme (Bertrand), Rawls et l'égalité démocratique
Paris: Classiques Garnier, coll. "PolitiqueS", 307 p. EAN13 9782406059776, 29 €
At the very beginning of his first book, John Rawls states that his ambition is to develop "the most appropriate moral basis for a democratic society." This book takes that proposition seriously, demonstrating that social contract theory constitutes a genuinely philosophical vision of democratic equality.
The political philosophy of John Rawls occupies a central place in contemporary debates regarding justice, fairness, and the institutional foundations of liberal democracies. By revisiting the notion of the social contract, scholars in political theory frequently examine how moral principles can adequately sustain democratic institutions and public life.
Readers interested in contemporary political philosophy and the evolution of social contract theory may find this study relevant to their pursuits. The text addresses how democratic equality is articulated through philosophical inquiry, engaging with foundational texts in the field within established academic discussions surrounding justice and society.