

The meaning of conservatism
Book • 1980
In *The Meaning of Conservatism*, Roger Scruton delves into the philosophical roots of conservatism, arguing for the importance of preserving social institutions and traditions.
He critiques liberalism and socialism, advocating for a conservative approach that values individual freedom within the context of social obligations.
The book explores how conservatism can be applied in politics and economics, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach between tradition and change.
He critiques liberalism and socialism, advocating for a conservative approach that values individual freedom within the context of social obligations.
The book explores how conservatism can be applied in politics and economics, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach between tradition and change.
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as Roger Scruton's 1980 book criticizing Thatcherite market-oriented conservatism.

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as Roger Scruton's influential book opposing Thatcherite market fundamentalism.

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Tristan J. Rogers, "Conservatism, Past and Present: A Philosophical Introduction" (Routledge, 2025)
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, referencing Scruton's term 'unthinking people' and why they are commendable.


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as a work that critiqued Thatcherism and its embrace of classical liberalism.

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