In this course, University of Notre Dame professor, Joshua Kaplan, examines the political theories of historic figures and describes connections between their times and our own.
Political science
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Author:Miller, DavidSummary:This Very Short Introduction introduces readers to the key concepts of political philosophy: authority, democracy, freedom and its limits, justice, feminism, multiculturalism, and nationality. Accessibly written and assuming no...
- Author:Laycock, DavidSummary:
Ideology is a ubiquitous, continuously innovating dimension of human experience, but its character and impact are notoriously difficult to pinpoint within political and social life. Political Ideology in Parties, Policy, and Civil...
- Author:Chebankova, ElenaSummary:
In the realm of political discourse there is a distinct gap in understanding between Russia and the West. To an outsider, the ideas that animate the actions of Russia's ruling elite, opposition, and civil society - from the motivations...
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This revised edition of Political Ideologies and Political Philosophies provides a comprehensive grounding in the fundamentals of political theory, philosophy, and ideology. Editor H.B. McCullough has balanced writings by such...
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There is virtually nowhere on earth that remains untouched by plastics and the situation presents a serious threat to our natural world. Despite the magnitude of the problem, the interventions most often put in place are consumer-led...
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Author:Savir, UriSummary:Uri Savir has an ambitious, indispensable goal: to bring peacemaking into the 21st century. “Little in today’s world,” writes Savir, “is more progressive than modern warfare. Yet little is more archaic than peacemaking.” We remain...
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Author:Quinn, Michael S., Broberg, Len, Freimund, Wayne A.Summary:Today, over 3,000 protected areas around the world contribute to the protection of biodiversity, peaceful relations between neighbouring countries, and the well-being of people living in and around the protected environs. Historical and...
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Author:Rowe, Jonathan, Barnes, Peter, McKibben, Bill, Bollier, DavidSummary:A huge part of our economy is invisible, invaluable, and under siege. This is “the commons,” a term that denotes everything we share. Some parts of the commons are gifts of nature: the air and oceans, the web of species, wilderness and...
- Author:Walcott, RinaldoSummary:
From plantation rebellion to prison labour's super-exploitation, Walcott examines the relationship between policing and property.That a man can lose his life for passing a fake $20 bill when we know our economies are flush with...
- Author:Zwarenstein, CarlynSummary:
A groundbreaking meditation on pain, painkillers, and dependence from a prescription opioid user.Her writing has been described as 'measured,' 'sensuous,' and 'compelling.' In 2016, Carlyn Zwarenstein'...
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Author:Mill, John StuartSummary:A highly influential philosophical work of the Victorian era, John Stuart Mill’s book promotes the application of utilitarianism, an ethical system based on maximizing overall well-being and happiness, to society and government. But...
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Author:CRAGIN, SusanSummary:In 1989, the federal government, five state governments and two multinational corporations approached Boyd County, Nebraska, with what looked like a wonderful deal : in exchange for permission to build a low-level nuclear waste dump on...
- Author:Gregory, Raymond F.Summary:
Norman Thomas, for over 50 years a relentless advocate for justice and equality for all Americans, was convinced that socialism was the sole path to economic and political justice. He advocated the adoption of economic programs that...
- Author:David, Charles-Philippe, Prémont, Karine, Boucher, VincentSummary:
"Most studies of American foreign policy at the individual level focus on the president. Boucher, David, and Prémont very usefully direct our attention to the bureaucratic entrepreneurs in the National Security Council who try to drive...
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Author:Ertel, ChrisSummary:Moments of Impact is a book on a mission: to eradicate time-sucking, energy-depleting workshops and meetings. In our fast-changing world, organizations have important challenges and opportunities to address-and no time to waste. Moments...
- Author:Gazibo, Mamoudou, Sadouni, SamadiaSummary:
Phénomène ancien et objet de controverses dès les années 1970, la migration a surtout été appréhendée sous l'angle des flux Sud-Nord. Au cours de la décennie 2010-2020, la situation créée par les flux de « réfugiés syriens» a été...
- Author:Adolf HitlerSummary:
Mein Kampf (German: My Struggle) is a 1925 autobiographical Manifesto of Adolf Hitler, the Nazi Leader. The work outlines Hitler's political ideology and future plans for Germany. Hitler began the book while imprisoned for what he...
- Author:Blundell, JohnSummary:
This book is John Blundell's personal portrait of Margaret Thatcher, the woman who was the pivotal point of the rescue of a country, a woman who woke up her nation and made it once again a world leader. It is not only the story of...
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Author:Halpern, Charles, Reich, Robert B.Summary:This book is about working for a more just, compassionate, and sustainable world while cultivating the wisdom that supports and deepens this work. Charles Halpern is a social entrepreneur with a remarkable record of institutional...
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