About the Book: Dignity in the Legal and Political Philosophy of Ronald Dworkin
Ronald Dworkin (19312013), an American legal philosopher, jurist, and scholar,
was a stalwart advocate of human rights and dignity who developed a formidable
scholarly combination of law and moral integrity. He propounded some of the most
influential theories of law and morality in modern jurisprudence.
This volume explores his thoughts on dignity where self-respect and authenticity
play a key role. It also sheds light on contemporary judicial and moral
conundrums, such as freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and the complex
relationship between dignity, human will, and responsibility. The book, with
contributions from eminent