The Quest for Community: A Study in the Ethics of Order and Freedom - Book by Robert Nisbet

The Quest for Community: A Study in the Ethics of by Robert Nisbet is a philosophical exploration of community and its ethical implications in modern society. Nisbet examines the role of community in providing meaning, structure, and stability in the lives of individuals. He argues that modernity, particularly in its emphasis on individualism and the state, has eroded the importance of local and communal bonds. The book investigates how the search for a sense of belonging can be seen as a response to the alienation of modern life.