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A Treatise on Government: Or: Politics

A Treatise on Government: Or: Politics

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PhilosophyAncient GreeceInternational Relations

Publisher Price: $32.99

ISBN10: 139632416X
ISBN13: 9781396324161
Publisher: Left of Brain Books
Published: Jan 16 2024
Pages: 280
Weight: 0.65
Height: 0.76 Width: 5.25 Depth: 8.00
Language: English

Aristotle's A Treatise on Government, also known as Politics, is a seminal work in the field of political philosophy. Written in the 4th century BCE, this treatise offers a profound analysis of the nature of city-states and their governance.


Aristotle examines various forms of government, including monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy, and discusses their merits and pitfalls. He advocates for a mixed government system, believing it to be the most stable and just form. The work delves into the roles of citizens and the importance of education and virtue in achieving a well-functioning state. Aristotle's exploration of the relationship between the individual and the state, the idea of citizenship, and the quest for the ideal political system has had a lasting impact on Western political thought. His insights are as relevant today as they were in ancient Greece, making A Treatise on Government a must-read for those interested in politics, philosophy, and history.

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