The Little Book of Politics (DK Big Ideas Series)

The Little Book of Politics is a politics title from DK’s Big Ideas series. It is presented as a pocket-sized introduction to political ideas and political thought across history.

Key details

• Series: DK Big Ideas
• Explores political philosophies, beliefs and systems of government used around the world
• Covers topics including democracy, Machiavelli, Rousseau’s “social contract” and the American Declaration of Independence
• Also looks at Marxist communism, populism and identity politics
• Includes diagrams and flowcharts to help explain complex concepts

Synopsis

The Little Book of Politics traces major strands of political thinking, from early ideas of democracy through to more recent debates, setting out the philosophies that sit behind different beliefs and approaches to government. Along the way it considers a wide range of reference points, including Machiavelli’s approach to statecraft, Rousseau’s “social contract”, the American Declaration of Independence, Marxist communism, the rise of populism and identity politics.

Clear, concise text is supported by diagrams and flowcharts designed to make challenging concepts easier to grasp, all in a portable format suited to reading on the go. A practical starting point for readers looking for an accessible introduction to politics.