Fifty Major Political Thinkers

by Ian Adams

Fifty Major Political Thinkers introduces the lives and ideas of some of the most influential figures in Western political thought, from ancient Greece to the present day. The entries provide a fascinating introduction to the major figures and schools of thought that have shaped contemporary politics, Fully cross-referenced and including a glossary of theoretical terms, this wide-ranging and accessible book is essential reading for anyone with an interest in the evolution and history of contemporary political thought.

Genres: Politics, Nonfiction, Philosophy

272 pages, Paperback

First published June 19, 2003

About the author

Formerly a Lecturer in Politics and Honorary Fellow at the University of Durham.

Born in 1943.

Reviews

[Dimostenis Yagcioglu · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you're interested in political theory and thought from the period of ancient Greece to the 21st Century, but have limited time to get informed about this general topic, this is a great book to read. It examines and evaluates 50 of the most important thinkers (there definitely are some others that could or should have been included) in a concise and easy-to-read way. The way each thinker is presented and his/her contributions assessed is of course not fully objective, but the authors genuinely try to be as objective as possible. The book could also be considered as part of the reading list in any introductory undergraduate political science or political theory class.

[Malihe63 · Rating 5 out of 5]

کتاب جامع و خوبی در خصوص نظریه پردازان سیاسی مهم تاریخ بود خلاصه ای از بنیان نظریات هر کدام از صاحب نظران و توضیحیاتی در این خصوص خوب بود هر تد باید با تامل خونده بشه

[Muhammad Mehdi · Rating 4 out of 5]

One who wants to have a basic and concise introduction to Western political philosophers and their philosophy should read this book. This could serve as a basic guide to have basic knowledge about philosophy and will help you to further understand philosophy in more better and easy way.
Succinct summary of philosophy of fifty most influential western philosophers. Great work by both of these writers.

[Milicze · Rating 4 out of 5]

An approachable book that provides a view of the nature, scope, necessity and challenges (difficulties?) of politics in any group of more than 2 humans! I took my time reading it to allow me to reflect on the philosophy of each individual. For me, it served as a catalyst to challenge my own political views. And since I'm not a poli-sci major, the glossary was a surpise bonus.

On a different line of thought, this book could serve as either medication or vaccination when having to go through the emotional trauma of our hugely imperfect and degenerating democrative process.