Politics

Politics

by Aristotle
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 09/01/2025

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"Politics" is a work of political philosophy written by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle in the 4th century BC. In this work, Aristotle examines the nature of the state, its various forms, and the conditions necessary for a just and stable political system.The book is divided into eight books, each covering a different aspect of politics. Aristotle begins by defining the nature of the state and its purpose, arguing that the state exists for the sake of the common good. He then goes on to examine various forms of government, including monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy, and the strengths and weaknesses of each.One of Aristotle's most significant contributions in "Politics" is his theory of the ideal political system, which he calls the "polis." He argues that the polis should be based on a constitution that reflects the character and needs of its citizens, with an emphasis on the common good and the protection of individual rights.Aristotle also discusses the roles and responsibilities of various social classes, such as the middle class, the poor, and the wealthy. He examines the relationship between ethics and politics and the importance of cultivating virtues in citizens to ensure a stable and just society.

ISBN:
9789358074352
9789358074352
Category:
Classic fiction
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
09-01-2025
Language:
English
Publisher:
Zinc Read
Aristotle

Aristotle was born in the Macedonian city of Stagira in 384 BC, and died in 322. He studied in Plato's Academy in Athens and later became tutor to Alexander the Great, before establishing his own school in Athens, called the Lyceum. His writings, which were of extraordinary range, profoundly affected the whole course of ancient, medieval and modern philosophy. Many of them have survived, including The Nicomachean Ethics, The Politics and Poetics, among others.

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