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From Prehuman Times to the French Revolution
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See moreFrancis Fukuyama, author of the bestselling The End of History and the Last Man and one of our most important political thinkers, provides a sweeping account of how today's basic political institutions developed.
Francis Fukuyama's most important book since the pathbreaking End of History
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The Origins of Political Order, the first of a major two-volume work by Francis Fukuyama, embarks on an ambitious journey to trace the evolution of political systems from the dawn of human history to the threshold of the French Revolution. Beginning with the primal politics of our primate ancestors, Fukuyama meticulously guides readers through the formation of tribal societies, the rise and consolidation of the first modern state in China, the genesis of legal frameworks in India and the Middle East, and the cultivation of political accountability in Europe.
Francis Fukuyama draws upon an extensive reservoir of interdisciplinary knowledge, including history, evolutionary biology, archaeology, and economics, to weave together a compelling narrative. This scholarly yet accessible work illuminates the intricate processes and key turning points that have shaped political order over millennia. His extensive research offers fresh insights into the origins of democratic societies and poses critical questions about the essence of politics and its persistent issues. The book is not just an historical account but a profound exploration of human behaviour and the structures we build to govern ourselves.
The Origins of Political Order is a seminal study that examines how human beings have come to organise themselves into complex societies and the enduring quest for political stability and justice. Fukuyama's masterful prose and keen analysis make this book essential for anyone interested in political theory, history, or the social sciences. It stands as a monumental contribution by one of the leading political thinkers of our time, offering readers not only a rich understanding of the past but also invaluable perspectives on the present and future of political order.
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The Origins of Political Order by Francis Fukuyama has garnered praise for its elegance, honesty, and persuasive arguments. Reviewers noted its relevance to current democratic and autocratic contexts, describing it as thoroughly worthwhile and up-to-the-minute. Critics highlighted Fukuyama's flexible and discerning thinking, his mastery of literature, and the book's ambitious scope, making it a valuable read for understanding humankind's political development.
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ISBN: 9781846682575
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 April 2012
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Profile Books Ltd
Edition: Main
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 40.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 190.0mm
Weight: 460g
Pages: 608
About the Author
Francis Fukuyama is the author of The End of History, The Great Disruption, Our Posthuman Future, State Building and After the Neocons. All have been international bestsellers, translated and published in many languages. They have also been hugely influential. Fukuyama is in constant demand around the world in the media and as a speaker. He is Olivier Nomellini Senior Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies, Stanford.
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