The Origin Of Tyranny (1922)
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ISBN10: 1104318903
ISBN13: 9781104318901
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 13 2009
Pages: 388
Weight: 1.46
Height: 0.80 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781104318901
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 13 2009
Pages: 388
Weight: 1.46
Height: 0.80 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Origin of Tyranny is a book written by Percy Neville Ure in 1922. The book explores the origins and development of tyranny throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern times. Ure argues that tyranny is not a product of individual leaders or circumstances, but rather a result of inherent flaws in human nature and societal structures. He examines the role of power, fear, and violence in the rise and maintenance of tyrannical regimes, and offers insights into the psychology of tyrants and their followers. The book also explores the impact of tyranny on society, including its effects on culture, art, and religion. Ure draws on a wide range of historical and philosophical sources to support his arguments, and provides a compelling analysis of one of the most enduring and troubling phenomena in human history. The Origin of Tyranny remains a classic work on political theory, and is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the nature of power and oppression.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.
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