Self and Sovereignty

Self and Sovereignty

Sovereignty is typically discussed at the level of states, yet its conceptual roots lie in ideas of identity and selfhood. Self and Sovereignty explores the philosophical and political relationship between individual autonomy, collective identity, and the authority of the state.

About the Book Self and Sovereignty investigates how notions of personal agency and collective self-determination inform modern theories of political authority. The book argues that sovereignty is not solely a legal concept but also a reflection of how communities define themselves and assert autonomy. It examines the philosophical foundations of selfhood in political theory, including debates over freedom, responsibility, and legitimacy. By connecting individual moral agency with national sovereignty, the work highlights tensions between internal pluralism and external independence. The analysis extends to contemporary debates on globalization, supranational governance, and the erosion of state authority, demonstrating how sovereignty evolves in response to shifting political realities.

What You Will Discover

• Philosophical roots of sovereignty and self-determination.
• The relationship between individual autonomy and collective authority.
• Tensions between globalization and state sovereignty.
• Ethical dimensions of political independence.
• Contemporary challenges to traditional sovereignty models.

About the Author The author writes from a political philosophy perspective, integrating normative theory with contemporary political analysis. The work emphasizes conceptual precision and interdisciplinary reflection.

Who Is This Book For? This book is for students of political theory, international relations, and philosophy interested in the evolving meaning of sovereignty in modern politics.