Ten Political Ideas that Have Shaped the Modern World
| Author | : Sanford Lakoff |
| Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
| Total Pages | : 289 |
| Release | : 2011-09-16 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781442212015 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1442212012 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (012 Downloads) |
Download or read book Ten Political Ideas that Have Shaped the Modern World written by Sanford Lakoff and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2011-09-16 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At a time when political labels are hurled carelessly in the public square, Sanford Lakoff provides a careful and highly accessible introduction to ten political ideas that have shaped modern thinking. Each chapter traces the history and examines the meaning of one of these ideas, clarifying its meaning and impact by examining its history and interpretation. By explaining what these ideas have come to mean, both those we may endorse and those we may deplore, Lakoff challenges readers' preconceptions and promotes critical thinking about the big questions of politics. The result will appeal to all readers interested in the history of political ideas.
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