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Rulers and Ruled: An Introduction to Classical Political Theory

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Description for Rulers and Ruled: An Introduction to Classical Political Theory paperback. A guide to the fundamentals of political thought. Zeitlin shows that certain thinkers have given us insights that rise above historical context - 'trans-historical principles' that can provide the political scientist with an element of foresight. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 345.

This book illuminates several timeless principles of political philosophy that have come down to us through the ages in the writings of Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Montesquieu, Rousseau, and the authors of the Federalist Papers, Madison, Hamilton, and Jay. Among these principles are the following: that a good society is based on law; that a good constitution balances social classes against each other; that a mixed constitution is best for this purpose; that popular sovereignty is the best foundation for a just and stable constitution; and that representative government is best for a large, complex society.

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Zeitlin draws on an unusual depth of knowledge, offering a lucid, interesting, and memorable summation of his chosen classic texts, in a work that will appeal strongly to his intended audience at the undergraduate level.

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Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
Number of Pages
256
Place of Publication
Toronto, Canada
ISBN
9780802078773
SKU
V9780802078773
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About Irving M. Zeitlin
Irving M. Zeitlin is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Sociology at the University of Toronto.

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'A very useful guide for the beginner in political theory, or for someone who just wants a refresher course in the Great Ideas. Zeitlin ... offers an accessible account of the principals of political theory ... and its major practitioners, such as the Greeks, Machiavelli, Locke, Rousseau and the authors of the Federalist Papers.'
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