The Problem of Freedom in Norbert Elias in Dialogue with the Neurosciences [ENG]

This paper focuses on the social theory of freedom proposed by Norbert Elias, as opposed to classic philosophical views. Firstly, it analyses the basic features of the metaphysical theories of freedom which Elias rejects. Then the key points on which Norbert Elias?s social theory of freedom is based...

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Main Authors: Joan Lacomba, Cristina Benlloch
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centro de Investigaciones Sociológicas (CIS) 2013-01-01
Series:Revista Española de Investigaciones Sociológicas (REIS)
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Online Access:http://reis.cis.es/REIS/PDF/REIS_142_04_ENGLISH1365589957057.PDF