Political Theory
Republic
Plato's Republic explores justice, happiness, and the ideal city through dialogues led by Socrates, emphasizing virtues like moderation, courage, justice, and wisdom.
Plato
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Politics
Aristotle's 'Politics' explores the relationship between individuals and the state, the ideal state, and the purpose of wealth, offering profound insights into Greek political theory.
Aristotle, Benjamin Jowett (Translator)
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The Republic
Plato's 'The Republic' explores justice, the just city-state, and the just individual through Socratic dialogue, proposing a society ruled by philosopher-kings.
Plato
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The prince
The Prince provides a pragmatic and often controversial guide on political leadership and power acquisition, based on historical lessons and Machiavelli's own experiences.
Niccolò Machiavelli
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