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''The stoic, detached, empirical, hardboiled, penetrating, realist mind of James Burnham is something to behold, to admire, to emulate'' National ReviewA classic work of political theory and practise, this book makes available an account of the modern Machiavellians, a remarkable group who have been influential in Europe and practically unknown in the United States: Gaetano Mosca, Georges Sorel, Robert Michels and Vilfredo Pareto. In addition, there is a long section on Machiavelli himself.James Burnham contends that the writings of these men hold the key both to the truth about politics and to the preservation of political liberty.
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- Q: What is 'The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom' about? A: 'The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom' by James Burnham explores the ideas of modern Machiavellians, including influential thinkers like Gaetano Mosca and Vilfredo Pareto, and discusses their impact on political theory and practice.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom' is James Burnham, a noted political theorist and writer.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom' was published on December 15, 2020.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom' contains 258 pages.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the category of Political literature.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom' is available in new condition.
- Q: Is there a section on Machiavelli in the book? A: Yes, 'The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom' includes a long section dedicated to Machiavelli himself.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in the book? A: The main themes include political theory, the nature of power, and the preservation of political liberty.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in political theory? A: Yes, 'The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom' offers insights that are accessible to both beginners and those familiar with political theory.