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Political Theory and the Modern State by Held, David is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.
What is Political Theory and the Modern State about?
This volume offers an incisive overview of central issues and controversies in political thought and analysis. It includes major discussions of the idea of the modern state, contemporary theories of the state, problems of power and legitimation, new forms of democratic ideal, citizenship and social movements, the direction of public policy and the fate of sovereignty in the modern global system. While analysing these topics, the author critically assesses the thought of many of those who have contributed decisively to political discussion. Among those whose works are discussed are classic figures such as Hobbes, Locke, Mill and Marx, as well as contemporary writers such as Habermas, Offe and Giddens. Political Theory and the Modern State is an ideal resource for students seeking an introduction to modern politics and political sociology. It is also an original statement about the many competing perspectives in political thought today.
Who reads Political Theory and the Modern State?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- Held, David
- Publisher
- Polity Press;John Wiley & Sons
- Published
- 2013
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9780745606194
- Category
- nonfiction
- Subjects
- History, Political Science, Science