Social and Political Philosophy: Readings From Plato to Gandhi

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Delve into the minds of the greatest thinkers in Western civilization with this powerful anthology of social and political philosophy. Featuring essential works from luminaries such as Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, and Rousseau, this collection offers profound insights into the foundations of our society.

Publisher: Anchor; 8.7.1963 edition (September 6, 1963)
Language: English
Paperback: 560 pages
ISBN-10: 9780385012386
ISBN-13: 978-0385012386
Item Weight: 1 pound
Dimensions: 5.22 x 1.29 x 7.93 inches

Bonus content: Learn more about the influential figures mentioned in this anthology, from the controversial ideologies of Hitler and Mussolini to the peaceful philosophies of Gandhi. Discover the impact that these thinkers have had on the world stage, shaping political discourse and societal norms.

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