The basic minimum
Dale Dorsey
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The basic minimum
by Dale Dorsey
Published
2012
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
217
ISBN-13
9781107017115
Description
"A common presupposition in contemporary moral and political philosophy is that individuals should be provided with some basic threshold of goods, capabilities, or well-being. But if there is such a basic minimum, how should this be understood? Dale Dorsey offers an underexplored answer: that the basic minimum should be characterized not as the achievement of a set of capabilities, or as access to some specified bundle of resources, but as the maintenance of a minimal threshold of human welfare. In addition, Dorsey argues that though political institutions should be committed to the promotion of this minimal threshold, we should reject approaches that seek to cast the basic minimum as a human right. His book will be important for all who are interested in theories of political morality"--
Subjects
Systems of survival
The needs of strangers
Estatuto jurídico do patrimônio mínimo
Conflict Resolution and Human Needs
The State of Economic and Social Human Rights
Understanding Human Need
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The basic minimum?
This edition of The basic minimum has approximately 217 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The basic minimum?
For most readers, The basic minimum typically takes between 4h 31m and 3h 1m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 54,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 37m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 54,250 words
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What is the word count of The basic minimum?
The estimated word count for The basic minimum is approximately 54,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of The basic minimum?
The basic minimum was written by Dale Dorsey.
When was The basic minimum published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2012. The original work may have been published on a different date.