What Is a Theocracy?

By Sarah Beddow and Sarah B. Boyle

Book Overview

This interesting book describes the characteristics of a theocracy, a political system in which a deity, or god, is considered to be the supreme ruler of the state. Religion plays the central role in governing, and representatives who govern are considered to be divinely guided. Theocratic governments around the world are featured to show examples of the relationship between church and state, how representatives are selected, and how laws are determined and enforced.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0778753190
• ISBN13: 9780778753193
• Release Date: May 2013
• Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.5" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9