This political dictionary provides concise and accessible explanations of key concepts, institutions, actors, and processes within the field of political science. Designed as a practical reference for students, educators, and the general public, the book offers clear definitions and context for contemporary political terms used in Germany and international discourse. The updated 4th edition inc…
This book presents a comprehensive collection of classical and modern theories of democracy, spanning from ancient Greece to the contemporary era. Edited by Peter Massing and Gotthard Breit, the volume compiles essential texts and provides interpretive commentary that highlights the development, transformation, and contradictions within democratic thought. It explores foundational thinkers such…
This book contains three major works by John Stuart Mill that form the foundation of modern ethical and political thought. Utilitarianism discusses the greatest good and the basis of universal morality. On Liberty explores the limits of state power over individuals and the importance of freedom of thought and expression. Representative Government outlines Mill's theory of the ideal form of gove…
Demokrasi Perancis adalah terjemahan dari karya Valéry Giscard d’Estaing yang membahas prinsip, perkembangan, dan praktik demokrasi di Prancis. Buku ini menjelaskan bagaimana sistem politik Prancis berkembang dari masa ke masa, peranan lembaga negara, dinamika pemerintahan, serta hubungan antara eksekutif, legislatif, dan rakyat. Sebagai mantan Presiden Prancis, Giscard d’Estaing memberika…
Whitney Pope's Alexis de Tocqueville: His Social and Political Theory provides a comprehensive study of the social and political thought of Alexis de Tocqueville, one of the most influential theorists in the history of the social sciences. Pope examines Tocqueville's ideas on democracy, civil society, equality, liberty, and the dangers of the tyranny of the majority, as well as their relevance …
This book offers a foundational framework for the study of international politics, examining the key concepts, structures, and processes that govern relations among states. Holsti analyzes the international system, national interests, patterns of conflict and cooperation, decision-making, and global change. As a major introductory text, the third edition provides updated theoretical perspective…
Nationalism by Elie Kedourie is a seminal study examining the origins, philosophical foundations, and historical development of nationalism as a modern political doctrine. Kedourie argues that nationalism is not an ancient sentiment but a product of modern European intellectual history, emerging from the decline of traditional political orders. Through critical analysis, the book explores how n…
This book is a philosophical study of Western political thought, focusing on how the concept of 'difference' is understood, denied, or politicized. Michael Brint traces the Western intellectual tradition and shows that patterns of denying difference often lead to political tragedy. Through an in-depth analysis of theories from classical to modern, this book reveals how identity, conflict, and d…
William Reid's The Lore of Arms is a comprehensive historical overview of the development of weaponry from ancient times to the modern era. In it, Reid examines the evolution of weapon design, technological changes, and the crucial role of weaponry in human civilization. With comprehensive illustrations and explanations, the book examines a wide range of weapons—from bladed weapons to armor t…
European Armies and the Conduct of War by Hew Strachan presents an in-depth analysis of the development of doctrine, organization, and methods of warfare in Europe from the 18th century to the modern era. This book explores how changes in technology, social structure, politics, and military culture have influenced the way wars are planned and executed. Strachan delves into the evolution of the …