Table of Contents

Preface 1. Introduction 2. Faces of Autonomy 3. Autonomy of Persons 4. Psychological Challenges to Autonomy 5. The Significance of Autonomy 6. Autonomy and Paternalism 7. Autonomy, Democracy and Liberalism 8. Is Autonomy Omnirelevant? Bibliography Index

Promotional Information

An introduction to contemporary philosophical thought about the nature and significance of individual autonomy.

About the Author

Andrew Sneddon is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Ottawa, Canada.

Reviews

Featuring appealing examples to illustrate complex theoretical points, a wonderfully readable reading style, thorough familiarity with the last three decades on autonomy theory, and helpful Reading Guides at the end of each chapter, Sneddon’s Autonomy is an excellent introduction to the philosophical discussion of the nature and value of personal autonomy. It is the ideal map for anyone wishing to become familiar with the landscape of contemporary autonomy theory.
*James Stacey Taylor, Associate Professor of Philosophy, The College of New Jersey, USA*