Norms in a Wired World by Steven A Hetcher

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Using informal game theory in the analysis of norms and customs, Hetcher applies his theory of norms to tort law and Internet privacy laws. This book will appeal to students and professionals in law, philosophy, and political and social theory.

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Norms in a Wired World by Steven A Hetcher

Social order is regulated from above by the law but its foundation is built on norms and customs, informal social practices that enable people to make meaningful and productive uses of their time and resources. Despite the importance of these practices in keeping the social fabric together, very little of the jurisprudential literature has focused on a discussion of these norms and customs. In Social Norms in a Wired World Steven Hetcher argues that the traditional conception of norms as rule-like linguistic entities is erroneous. Instead, norms must be understood as patterns of rationally governed behaviour maintained in groups by acts of conformity. Using informal game theory in the analysis of norms and customs, Hetcher applies his theory of norms to tort law and Internet privacy laws. This book will appeal to students and professionals in law, philosophy, and political and social theory.
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ISBN 13 9780521454360
ISBN 10 0521454360
Title Norms in a Wired World
Author Steven A Hetcher
Series Cambridge Studies In Philosophy And Law
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Year published 2004-03-22
Number of pages 434
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