Representative Government (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161450514)

Representative Government is a political treatise written by John Stuart Mill, a renowned philosopher and economist. The book was first published in 1861 and is considered one of the most influential works on democracy and political theory. The book is divided into three parts. The first part deals with the history of representative government and its evolution from ancient Greece to modern times. Mill argues that representative government is the best form of government because it allows for the participation of citizens in the decision-making process. The second part of the book focuses on the principles of representative government. Mill argues that representative government should be based on the principle of universal suffrage, where every citizen has the right to vote. He also stresses the importance of individual liberties and the need to protect them from the tyranny of the majority. The third part of the book deals with the practical aspects of representative government, including the role of political parties, the structure of parliament, and the importance of education in creating an informed and engaged citizenry. Mill also discusses the limitations of representative government and the need for checks and balances to prevent abuses of power. Overall, Representative Government is a seminal work on democracy and political theory that continues to influence political thinkers and policymakers today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and principles of representative government.THE FORM of government for any given country being (within certain definite conditions) amenable to choice, it is now to be considered by what test the choice should be directed; what are the distinctive characteristics of the form of government best fitted to promote the interests of any given society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Stuart Mill
ISBN-10: 1161450513
ISBN-13: 9781161450514
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 204
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.26lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.50d