Redeeming Autonomy by Christopher J. Insole, Benjamin R. DeSpain - 9780567720719

Redeeming AutonomyTheology, Agency, Social Justice\nAuthor(s): Christopher J. Insole, Benjamin R. DeSpain\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, United Kingdom\nImprint: T.& T.Clark Ltd\nISBN-13: 9780567720719, 978-0567720719\nSynopsis\nWhat can theology offer philosophical discussions of autonomy? In this distinctive collection of essays, Insole and DeSpain lead a cadre of academics from across the world in answering this question. In doing so, they challenge the narrow conception of liberalism that has characterised much of the discussion around autonomy. \n\nThe contributions disrupt traditional methodologies by starting with analyses of urgent and concrete situations where the concept of autonomy is employed, misappropriated or even challenged. These scenarios include essays on trauma, transgender issues, disability and end-of-life debates. This volume also explores broader political issues that relate to autonomy such as democracy, the economy and migration.