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Can Democracy Work?, A Short History of a Radical Idea, from Ancient Athens to Our World

Author: James Miller

Today, democracy is widely regarded as an ideal form of governance. However, in practice, it often seems like a fraud, a political puppet where hidden elites pull the strings.

As trust in elected...

Today, democracy is widely regarded as an ideal form of governance. However, in practice, it often seems like a fraud, a political puppet where hidden elites pull the strings.

As trust in elected representatives collapses around the world, it is no surprise that democratic revolutions have erupted—from Cairo to Kyiv and beyond—in an attempt to 'take back...

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Today, democracy is widely regarded as an ideal form of governance. However, in practice, it often seems like a fraud, a political puppet where hidden elites pull the strings.

As trust in elected representatives collapses around the world, it is no surprise that democratic revolutions have erupted—from Cairo to Kyiv and beyond—in an attempt to 'take back control.'

In this compelling and vivid history, James Miller reminds us that democracy has always generated friction and contradictions. Through philosophical discord and violent uprisings, it has been challenged, corrupted, and refined. In different times and places—from ancient Athens to revolutionary France and post-war America—its significance has changed in astonishing ways.

For over two thousand years, the world has been experimenting with democracy. But can it really work—especially in complex modern societies?

Pages: 320, Year of Publication: 0428, Dimensions: 12.9x12.9cm

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Author
James Miller
Publisher
Oneworld Publications
Subtitle
A Short History of a Radical Idea, from Ancient Athens to Our World
Number of Pages
320
Release Date
-
Publication Date
2020
Dimensions
12.9x19.8 cm
Language
English
Cover
Soft
Geopolitical Region
USA, Asia
ISBN-13
9781786076274

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Today, democracy is widely regarded as an ideal form of governance. However, in practice, it often seems like a fraud, a political puppet where hidden elites pull the strings.

As trust in elected representatives collapses around the world, it is no surprise that democratic revolutions have erupted—from Cairo to Kyiv and beyond—in an attempt to 'take back control.'

In this compelling and vivid history, James Miller reminds us that democracy has always generated friction and contradictions. Through philosophical discord and violent uprisings, it has been challenged, corrupted, and refined. In different times and places—from ancient Athens to revolutionary France and post-war America—its significance has changed in astonishing ways.

For over two thousand years, the world has been experimenting with democracy. But can it really work—especially in complex modern societies?

Pages: 320, Year of Publication: 0428, Dimensions: 12.9x12.9cm

Manufacturer

Author
James Miller
Publisher
Oneworld Publications
Subtitle
A Short History of a Radical Idea, from Ancient Athens to Our World
Number of Pages
320
Release Date
-
Publication Date
2020
Dimensions
12.9x19.8 cm
Language
English
Cover
Soft
Geopolitical Region
USA, Asia
ISBN-13
9781786076274

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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