Ten political ideas that have shaped the modern world / Sanford Lakoff.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lakoff, Sanford A.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Political science--History.

Political science.

Political science--Philosophy--History.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (289 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Lanham [Md.] : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, c2011.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

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 a

Contents:

Christianity and equality

Civic humanism

Liberalism

Conservatism

Socialism

Nationalism

Fascism

Realism in foreign policy

Islamism

Democracy.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record and CIP data provided by publisher; resource not viewed.

ISBN:

979-82-16-32672-4

1-283-21395-8

9786613213952

1-4422-1203-9

OCLC:

750193633