Democracy Ancient and Modern |
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| Author:
| Finley, M. I. |
| Series title: | Mason Welch Gross Lecture Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-9788-0234-6 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2018 |
| Publisher: | Rutgers University Press
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $24.95 |
Book Description:
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This classic study offers a comparative analysis of Greek and modern conceptions of democracy. Putting the ancient Greeks in dialogue with their contemporary counterparts, it tackles some of the most pressing issues of our day, including public apathy, partisanship, consensus politics, distrust of professional politicians, and the limits of free speech.
This classic study offers a comparative analysis of Greek and modern conceptions of democracy. Putting the ancient Greeks in dialogue with their contemporary counterparts, it tackles some of the most pressing issues of our day, including public apathy, partisanship, consensus politics, distrust of professional politicians, and the limits of free speech.