Political Theory and Passion

Political theorists have long argued that passion has no place in the political realm where reason reigns supreme. But, is this dichotomy between reason and passion sustainable? Does it underestimate the indispensable role of passion in a fully democratic society?

Drawing on Philosophical Perspectives

Drawing upon Plato, Rousseau, and contemporary feminist theorists, Cheryl Hall argues that passion is an essential component of a just political community and that the need to educate passion together with reason is paramount.

About the Book

Trouble with Passion provides a compelling defense of the crucial place of passion in politics.