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In Problems in Political Evolution, Gettell surveys how states arise, grow, and balance authority with liberty.
The work offers a clear framework for understanding what a state is and how it stays together across different times and places.
Grounded in a long view of political life, the book traces the essential elements of the state—population, territory, government, sovereignty, and law—and shows how these foundations shape political power, rights, and national identity. It also explores how governments evolve, how civil liberty arises, and how popular sovereignty and constitutional safeguards can harmonize authority with individual freedom.
- Defines the core elements and functions of the state, and why they matter for politics today
- Explains how political authority has been organized, distributed, and rebalanced over time
- Discusses civil liberty, equality before the law, and the growth of popular participation
- Examines the state’s relations with families, churches, industries, and other states
Ideal for readers seeking a rigorous, accessible introduction to the forces that shape political systems.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the evolution of the state, a concept that has existed since the dawn of human civilization. The author explores the complex relationship between the state and its people, analyzing the evolution of power structures, the growth of individual liberties, and the establishment of international relations. By tracing the historical development of the state, the author provides a comprehensive understanding of its origins, functions, and the challenges it faces in the modern world. This book is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in political science, history, or the role of the state in society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330270462_0
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Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Problems in Political EvolutionThis volume aims to settle no controverted questions. Its prov ince is to state problems, not to solve them. Its purpose is to show the relativity of political methods and the mu. Seller Inventory # 2147745136
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