The State and the Citizen

By William Waldegrave Palmer Ear Selborne

Book Overview

A classic treatise on political philosophy, this seminal book explores the nature of the relationship between the state and the citizen in modern democracies. Drawing on a wide range of historical and philosophical sources, the author provides a compelling analysis of the tensions and trade-offs inherent in democratic governance, and offers practical suggestions for how to balance competing interests and values in the public sphere. With its insightful analysis and elegant prose, The State and the Citizen is a timeless work that remains relevant to contemporary debates about the nature of democracy and the role of government.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1022086685
• ISBN13: 9781022086685
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"