The Politics BookThe Politics Book
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Book, 2013
Current format, Book, 2013, First American edition, 2013, All copies in use.Book, 2013
Current format, Book, 2013, First American edition, 2013, All copies in use. Offered in 0 more formats"Exploring more than 100 big ideas on topics as diverse as the rule of law, the extent of liberty, and the justification of warfare, [this book] takes you on a journey through the history of politics, from the influential theories of ancient Greece, Rome, and Asia to modern concepts voiced by today's brightest political thinkers."--Front jacket flap.
A comprehensive introduction to more than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the history of political thought traces the achievements of ancient and medieval philosophers, revolutionary thought leaders and major figures in modern politics while providing easy-to-follow illustrated examples and succinct quotes.
Introduces over one hundred groundbreaking ideas in the history of political thought, tracing the achievements of ancient and medieval philosophers, revolutionary leaders, and major figures in modern politics.
From ancient and medieval philosophers such as Confucius and Thomas Aquinas, to revolutionary thought leaders such as Thomas Jefferson and Leon Trotsky, to the voices who have shaped modern politics today — Mao Zedong, Malcolm X, Che Guevara, and more — The Politics Book clearly and simply explains more than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the history of political thought.
From ancient and medieval philosophers such as Confucius and Thomas Aquinas, to revolutionary thought leaders such as Thomas Jefferson and Leon Trotsky, to the voices who have shaped modern politics today ' Mao Zedong, Malcolm X, Che Guevara, and more ' The Politics Book clearly and simply explains more than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the history of political thought.
A comprehensive introduction to more than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the history of political thought traces the achievements of ancient and medieval philosophers, revolutionary thought leaders and major figures in modern politics while providing easy-to-follow illustrated examples and succinct quotes.
Introduces over one hundred groundbreaking ideas in the history of political thought, tracing the achievements of ancient and medieval philosophers, revolutionary leaders, and major figures in modern politics.
From ancient and medieval philosophers such as Confucius and Thomas Aquinas, to revolutionary thought leaders such as Thomas Jefferson and Leon Trotsky, to the voices who have shaped modern politics today — Mao Zedong, Malcolm X, Che Guevara, and more — The Politics Book clearly and simply explains more than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the history of political thought.
With easy-to-follow graphics, succinct quotations, and accessible text, The Politics Book is an essential reference for students and anyone wondering how politics works.
From ancient and medieval philosophers such as Confucius and Thomas Aquinas, to revolutionary thought leaders such as Thomas Jefferson and Leon Trotsky, to the voices who have shaped modern politics today ' Mao Zedong, Malcolm X, Che Guevara, and more ' The Politics Book clearly and simply explains more than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the history of political thought.
With easy-to-follow graphics, succinct quotations, and accessible text, The Politics Book is an essential reference for students and anyone wondering how politics works.
Series Overview: Big Ideas Simply Explained series uses creative design and innovative graphics along with straightforward and engaging writing to make complex subjects easier to understand. With over 7 million copies worldwide sold to date, these award-winning books provide just the information needed for students, families, or anyone interested in concise, thought-provoking refreshers on a single subject.
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