The philosophy of politics
As an introduction to political theory and science, this collection of writings by the great philosophers will
be of close interest to general readers. It also forms a basic textbook for students of government and political
theory. Such fundamental concepts as Democracy, the Rule of Law, Justice, Natural Rights, Sovereignty, Citizenship,
Power, the State, Revolution, Liberty, Reason, Materialism, Toleration, and the Place of Religion in Society are
traced from their origins, through their development and changing patterns, to show how they guide political thinking
and institutions today.
And new in this edition, examinations of selected works by Sophocles, Francois Hotman, and Francisco Suarez. Also
new are a detailed table of contents and an up-dated, comprehensive bibliography--each clear and concise for easy
reference.