ISBN: 9780521458917 - the principles of representative government (themes in the social sciences) (9 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. The thesis of this original and provocative book is that representative government should be understood as a combination of democratic and undemocratic, aristocratic elements. Professor Manin challenges the conventional view that representative democracy is no more than an indirect form of government by the people, in which citizens elect representatives only because they cannot assemble and govern in person. The argument is developed by examining the historical moments when the present institutional arrangements were chosen from among the then available alternatives. Professor Manin reminds us that while today representative institutions and democracy appear as virtually indistinguishable, when representative government was first established in Europe and America, it was designed in opposition to democracy proper. Drawing on the procedures used in earlier republican systems, from classical Athens to Renaissance Florence, in order to highlight the alternatives that were forsaken, Manin brings to the fore the generally overlooked results of representative mechanisms. These include the elitist aspect of elections and the non-binding character of campaign promises.…

Zustand: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

paperback. Zustand: Very Good.

Zustand: New. pp. 256 2:B&W 6 x 9 in or 229 x 152 mm Perfect Bound on Creme w/Gloss Lam.

Softcover. Zustand: Fine. Leichte Kratzer / Abnutzungen / Druckstellen; Leichte Verformung / umgeknickte Seiten; Leichte Verschmutzung / Farbtonveränderung. The book explores the historical roots of democratic institutions, tracing their origins back to aristocratic systems. It examines how these early forms of governance influenced the development of modern republics, highlighting the interplay between aristocracy and democracy. Through this analysis, the author sheds light on the complexities of democratic evolution and the foundational principles that continue to shape political systems today.…

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. 2010. Paperback. A survey of democratic institutions and republics reveals the aristocratic origins of democracy. Series Editor(s): Goody, Jack; Hawthorn, Geoffrey; Dunn, John. Series: Themes in the Social Sciences. Num Pages: 256 pages, 1 table. BIC Classification: JPA; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 230 x 163 x 17. Weight in Grams: 396. Series: Themes in the Social Sciences. 256 pages, 1 table. A survey of democratic institutions and republics reveals the aristocratic origins of democracy. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: JPA; JPHV. Dimension: 230 x 163 x 17. Weight: 402. Series Editor(s) :Goody, Jack; Hawthorn, Geoffrey; Dunn, John. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. …

Paperback. Zustand: Very good. Paperback Octavo. wraps, 243 pp.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - The thesis of this original and provocative book is that representative government should be understood as a combination of democratic and undemocratic, aristocratic elements. Professor Manin challenges the conventional view that representative democracy is no more than an indirect form of government by the people, in which citizens elect representatives only because they cannot assemble and govern in person. The argument is developed by examining the historical moments when the present institutional arrangements were chosen from among the then available alternatives. Professor Manin reminds us that while today representative institutions and democracy appear as virtually indistinguishable, when representative government was first established in Europe and America, it was designed in opposition to democracy proper. Drawing on the procedures used in earlier republican systems, from classical Athens to Renaissance Florence, in order to highlight the alternatives that were forsaken, Manin brings to the fore the generally overlooked results of representative mechanisms. These include the elitist aspect of elections and the non-binding character of campaign promises.…