An era of peace "outbreak"?
The end of the "end of history" theory?
Where does national capacity come from?
Is the Clash of Civilizations an outdated prophecy?
In the face of various political problems, the author leads us to use a comparative perspective and establish a frame of reference under the two core dimensions of political comparison, democratic accountability and national capabilities. Countries with different systems and different levels of economic development are brought into a comparative perspective to analyze the background of our times and the process of globalization, and discuss the political transformation and national capabilities of different countries, as well as the impact of culture and economy on political changes.
"Politics is the art of possibility." When we treat the political reality we face as one of ten thousand possibilities, we can detach ourselves from the here and now, gain an overlooking perspective, and then focus on the reality and understand ourselves in the vast possibilities.
Reader comments
In fact, there are many specialized books in many fields, but there is no general book. Just like if I meet someone who is not a history major and wants to understand the history of the Ming Dynasty, I will definitely recommend those things about the Ming Dynasty. This book also plays a similar role. However, compared with another book "Lectures on Modern Western Thought" from the Get Course, the writing of this book has deficiencies and even errors in some places, but the flaws do not cover up the flaws and do not affect it as a good introductory book.
"Although human beings have been able to go to heaven and earth and control the wind and rain, they will still be beaten to death over whether they can quit a religion, pay a heavy price for a harsh statement, become an experiment that cannot be withdrawn for a slogan, and turn against each other for an election. The same species can be so smart and stupid, great and narrow, brave and cowardly at the same time." If you are curious about the above phenomenon, but don't know what to read, this book will be a good choice.
It's a good book that you can't put down after reading it. The author's comparative political perspective, professional political terminology and exquisite writing style make this huge and heavy subject full of charm. Look at the development logic of the world from a "national perspective" and gain a better understanding of historical development.
Politics is hopelessly complex, but it is this complexity that makes thinking fun, freedom necessary, and endless surprises in the future.
This is the first time I read a political science book. It is quite easy to understand. I really feel like I can understand the whole world while sitting at home. I feel more and more happy that I was reborn in China. After reading the electronic version, I couldn't help but buy a paper book to read through.
This book is worth recommending, especially to readers interested in social sciences
A roller coaster experience.
A very practical book that can also reduce some of the hostility
The analysis is meticulous, the argument is rigorous, and the writing is quite interesting.
Both professional and interesting
It's not obscure at all, and the author's views are well-argued and not vague.
Very good, easy to understand and inspiring
A novice-friendly introductory book with detailed explanations, rich content, and vivid language. It is easy to understand and remember, and is very helpful for understanding politics and the world objectively. Worth a look.
Rational, objective, neutral
It's really great, but it's a pity that you can't buy the paper version.
Easy to understand, yet not lacking in depth. However, loyal users of Douyin Kuaishou still recommend giving up because they are unhappy. No final word.
In fact, there are many specialized books in many fields, but there is no general book. Just like if I meet someone who is not a history major and wants to understand the history of the Ming Dynasty, I will definitely recommend those things about the Ming Dynasty. This book also plays a similar role. However, compared with another book "Lectures on Modern Western Thought" from the Get Course, the writing of this book has deficiencies and even errors in some places, but the flaws do not cover up the flaws and do not affect it as a good introductory book. "Although human beings have been able to go to heaven and earth and control the wind and rain, they will still be beaten to death over whether they can quit a religion, pay a heavy price for a harsh statement, become an experiment that cannot be withdrawn for a slogan, and turn against each other for an election. The same species can be so smart and stupid, great and narrow, brave and cowardly at the same time." If you are curious about the above phenomenon, but don't know what to read, this book will be a good choice.
It's a good book that you can't put down after reading it. The author's comparative political perspective, professional political terminology and exquisite writing style make this huge and heavy subject full of charm. Look at the development logic of the world from a "national perspective" and gain a better understanding of historical development. Politics is hopelessly complex, but it is this complexity that makes thinking fun, freedom necessary, and endless surprises in the future.
This is the first time I read a political science book. It is quite easy to understand. I really feel like I can understand the whole world while sitting at home. I feel more and more happy that I was reborn in China. After reading the electronic version, I couldn't help but buy a paper book to read through.
This book is worth recommending, especially to readers interested in social sciences
A roller coaster experience.
A very practical book that can also reduce some of the hostility
The analysis is meticulous, the argument is rigorous, and the writing is quite interesting.
Both professional and interesting
It's not obscure at all, and the author's views are well-argued and not vague.
Very good, easy to understand and inspiring
A novice-friendly introductory book with detailed explanations, rich content, and vivid language. It is easy to understand and remember, and is very helpful for understanding politics and the world objectively. Worth a look.
Rational, objective, neutral
It's really great, but it's a pity that you can't buy the paper version.
Easy to understand, yet not lacking in depth. However, loyal users of Douyin Kuaishou still recommend giving up because they are unhappy. No final word.