Publisher's Synopsis
The Western Political Heritage is a comprehensive book written by William Yandell Elliott that delves into the political history and development of Western civilization. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of Western political thought, the influence of Greek and Roman political philosophy, the rise of Christianity and its impact on politics, the development of modern democracy, and the emergence of the nation-state. Elliott's writing is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for both students and general readers. He provides a detailed analysis of key historical figures and events that have shaped Western politics, such as the Magna Carta, the French Revolution, and the American Revolution. The book also explores the impact of economic and social changes on politics, such as the Industrial Revolution and the rise of capitalism.Overall, The Western Political Heritage is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the political history and development of Western civilization. It provides a comprehensive overview of key political ideas and events that have shaped the Western world, making it an essential read for students of political science, history, and philosophy.Includes The Dawn Of Political Consciousness; Political Life In The Greek City State; Plato's Philosophy Of The Ideal State And Of Law; The Nature Of Political Society, Aristotle; The Heritage Of Roman Law; The To Swords; Government In The Middle Ages; The Protestant Revolt And Its Political Effects; The Secular National State; Natural Rights And A Limited State; Revolutionary Popular Sovereignty And Conservatism; Nineteenth-Century Liberalism, British And American; Foundations Of Totalitarianism, Marxism; The Democratic Constitutional State; Toward A Constitutional World Order.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
