Description: The definitive guide to the central issues of political philosophy, explaining the field's central concepts and most vital new directions.
Brief description: Andrew Fiala is Professor of Philosophy at California State University, Fresno. Recent books include: Christian Nationalism and the Secular Paradox (2025); Can War be Justified? A Debate (ed. with Jennifer Kling, 2023); and Transformative Pacifism (2018). Fiala is a past President of Concerned Philosophers for Peace and former Director of the Ethics Center at Fresno State.
Review Quotes:
"An excellent collection of essays from an impressive list of contributors, Fiala's volume provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of the field, reflecting the complexity and diversity of discussions in political philosophy. Anyone interested in political philosophy would benefit from this book." --Fuat Gürsözlü, Professor of Philosophy, Loyola University Maryland, USA
"This Companion offers a wide-ranging and engaging exploration of contemporary political issues. It will be especially useful for readers interested in how perspectives on peace and nonviolence can shed new light on these debates." --Sahar Heydari Fard, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, The Ohio State University, USA