Description: Step into the lively lecture hall of Professor Michael Sandel, the world's foremost scholar on the theory of justice! Justice: What's the Right Thing to Do? is the signature work of political philosopher Michael Sandel, who became the youngest professor at Harvard University at the age of 27 and gained worldwide recognition after publishing Liberalism and the Limits of Justice, a critique of John Rawls's theory of justice. Based on his actual Harvard course 'Justice,' this book draws from what remains one of the most popular and influential courses at Harvard University to this day. Covering real-world issues such as bailouts, military conscription, and surrogate motherhood, as well as thought experiments like the runaway trolley problem and tests that measure the cost of pain, the book critically examines how great thinkers have approached the concept of 'justice.' For example, the author explains that while Bentham and Mill's utilitarianism supports decisions that benefit the majority, it has moral limitations when it comes to issues of human dignity. However, the author does not offer a definitive answer about what justice truly is. Instead, by showing readers that they too can stand shoulder to shoulder with great thinkers and develop their own reasoning, the book offers a groundbreaking framework for readers to revise and refine their own views on justice, ultimately helping them understand 'what' they believe and 'why.' A Word from Our Book Sommelier! Through a range of debates—such as whether the government should tax the rich to help the poor, whether there are times when telling the truth is wrong, and whether there are times when killing can be morally justified—Professor Sandel presents dramatic and challenging ideas, clearly demonstrating that understanding philosophy leads to a clearer grasp of politics, morality, and one's own convictions. This book faithfully captures his storytelling, which connects the great questions of political philosophy to today's most pressing dilemmas and has captivated generations of Harvard students.