Jeremy Shearmur
Jeremy Shearmur was an Australian philosopher and political theorist, known for his work in political philosophy and the philosophy of social science. He was an emeritus fellow at the Australian National University in Canberra and had a keen interest in the works of Karl Popper and Friedrich Hayek, contributing significantly to the scholarship in liberal political philosophy and critical rationalism.
Books
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1. The Political Thought Of Karl Popper
This book offers a detailed examination of Karl Popper's political philosophy, exploring his views on liberalism, democracy, and the open society. It delves into Popper's critique of totalitarianism and historicism, his defense of the open society against its enemies, and his thoughts on the role of critical rationalism in fostering an environment of tolerance and intellectual openness. The author analyzes Popper's influence on contemporary political thought and assesses the practical implications of his ideas for current political debates, providing a comprehensive overview of Popper's contributions to the understanding of modern democratic theory.
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