Democracy and the Limits of Self-Government |
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| Author:
| Przeworski, Adam |
| Series title: | Cambridge Studies in the Theory of Democracy Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-521-76103-1 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2010 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $101.95 |
Book Description:
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The book addresses central issues in democratic theory by analyzing the sources of widespread dissatisfaction with democracies around the world. The focus is on the generic limits of democracy in promoting equality, effective participation, control of governments by citizens, and liberty.
The book addresses central issues in democratic theory by analyzing the sources of widespread dissatisfaction with democracies around the world. The focus is on the generic limits of democracy in promoting equality, effective participation, control of governments by citizens, and liberty.