James V. Schall is professor of government at Georgetown University. He is the author of numerous books, including At the Limits of Political Philosophy: From 'Brilliant Errors' to Things of Uncommon Importance, Does Catholicism Still Exist?, and Reason, Revelation, and the Foundations of Political Philosophy.
Clear and solid. . . . A very valuable contribution to political
philosophy.
*International Philosophical Quarterly*
Schall's work is the first major exposition of Maritain's political
thought in English. Schall's masterful teaching skill and
exceptional writing ability enables his monograph to transcend the
gaping hole in Maritain studies. A faithful exposition of his
teaching. Anyone who has been looking for a book on Maritain's
social and political thought should jump for joy at this work. I
can think of no other book that so clearly and concisely presents
Maritain's essential social and political thought.
*The Maritain Notebook: The Amer. Maritain Assoc. Newsletter*
Richly rewarding. . . . The value of Schall's study lies not only
in presenting Maritain as a better guide than other modern
philosophers but also in showing us how to read Maritain—giving us
a guide to the guide.
*The Journal of Politics, August 1999, Vol. 61 No. 3*
James V. Schall offers a comprehensive and thought-provoking
introduction to the political thought of this influential French
thinker in Jacques Maritain: The Philosopher in Society.
*Fellowship of Catholic Scholars Quarterly*
It would be hard to improve upon the choice of Fr. Schall,
professor of government at Georgetown University, and a
philosopher, theologian, and political scientist of considerable
distinction, to escort us through the rich and often challenging
politicalwritings of this great Catholic thinker. Professor Schall
does an admirable job in taking the complex thought of Maritain and
rendering it not only easy to follow, but, at times, almost
inevitable. We can be greatfull that Fr. Schall has provided uswith
this readable and instructive introdction to Maritain's political
philosophy. It is a philosophy that is sufficiently rich that it
provides considerable benefits for its students, quite apart from
the issue of whether or not it can be implemented politically..
*Homiletic & Pastoral Review*
This book brings the considerable talents of the Reverand James V.
Schall, S.J., to bear on the writings of an important and
influential figure in Roman Catholic Political Philosophy
*Religion & Liberty, Nov. And Dec. 1998, Vol. 8, N0.6*
It would be hard to improve upon the choice of Fr. Schall,
professor of government at Georgetown University, and a
philosopher, theologian, and political scientist of considerable
distinction, to escort us through the rich and often challenging
political writings of this great Catholic thinker.
Professor Schall does an admirable job in taking the complex
thought of Maritain and rendering it not only easy to follow, but,
at times, almost inevitable.
We can be greatfull that Fr. Schall has provided us with this
readable and instructive introdction to Maritain's political
philosophy. It is a philosophy that is sufficiently rich that it
provides considerable benefits for its students, quite apart from
the issue of whether or not it can be implemented politically.
*Homiletic & Pastoral Review*
Commendable work.
*Review of Metaphysics*
The book's significant merits as a careful reading of the Maritain
corpus. In responding to the student at the Fides et Ratio
conference, Cardinal George observed that the totality of knowledge
and wisdom, including fides, must be brought to bear on our
political, social, and cultural problems. Schall's book is
certainly a significant contribution to that quest.
*The Journal Of Religion*
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