Inventors of Ideas: Introduction to Western Political Philosophy - Softcover

Tannenbaum, Donald; Schultz, Professor David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0333727231 ISBN 13: 9780333727232

Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan, 1998

Synopsis

This textbook provides a concise chronological introduction to the thought of a broad range of major western political theorists showing how their insights are relevant to the understanding of contemporary politics. Clearly and accessibly written, the book pays particular attention to the roles of gender, religion and science and the tension between them.

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Review

"The authorsa frequent references to issues dealing with science and reason, gender, and religion are much needed in these kinds of texts. Students want to know why these various philosophies are important. Tannenbaum and Schultz do an excellent job of demonstrating their relevance for understanding contemporary problems."

Edition details

• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0333727231
• ISBN 13: 9780333727232
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 319