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History & Theory - General
General history and theory within political science encompasses the origins, development, and key concepts behind political systems and ideologies. This subject investigates how political thought has transformed over time, addressing fundamental theories that influence governance, policy, and public debate. Readers encounter examinations of major schools of thought, pivotal historical moments, and the underlying principles that guide today’s political structures.
To deepen your perspective, compare general history and theory to more specialized political science topics, such as comparative politics or international relations. Focusing here helps clarify the foundational ideas and theories that shape all subfields, making it a practical entry point for those seeking a broad understanding before moving on to more targeted areas of study.
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On Revolution
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Rights Talk
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Totalitarianism: Part Three of the Origins of Totalitarianism
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The Prince: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)
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A Strategy of Decision: Policy Evaluation as a Social Process
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The Prince
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Freedom Inside?: Yoga and Meditation in the Carceral State
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The Oxford Handbook of U.S. Women's Social Movement Activism
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Common Sense
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Thinking in Time: The Uses of History for Decision Makers
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The Lessons of Ranciere
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The Prince
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In the Footsteps of Mr. Kurtz
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Taming the Prince: The Ambivalence of Modern Executive Power
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Between Past and Future: Eight Exercises in Political Thought
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Anglo Nostalgia: The Politics of Emotion in a Fractured West
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Integrity
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The Ethics of Immigration
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Ethical Autonomy: The Rise of Self-Rule
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Civility
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Capital: A Critique of Political Economy, Volume 3
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The Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution
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The Portable Hannah Arendt
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