Vital Realities: The Necessity Of Politics, The Russian Revolution And The Drift Of Democracy (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258061951)

Vital Realities: The Necessity Of Politics, The Russian Revolution And The Drift Of Democracy is a book written by Carl Schmitt, a German political philosopher and jurist. The book is a collection of essays that explore the importance of politics in society and the challenges faced by democracies in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution.In the book, Schmitt argues that politics is a necessary and fundamental aspect of human society, and that it is essential for individuals and communities to engage in political activity in order to achieve their goals and interests. He also examines the impact of the Russian Revolution on political thought and practice, arguing that it represented a radical departure from traditional political systems and had a profound influence on the development of modern democratic societies.Schmitt's analysis of the drift of democracy focuses on the challenges faced by democratic societies in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution. He argues that the rise of totalitarian regimes and the erosion of democratic institutions are symptoms of a deeper crisis in modern politics, and that democracies must confront these challenges in order to survive and thrive.Overall, Vital Realities: The Necessity Of Politics, The Russian Revolution And The Drift Of Democracy is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the role of politics in society and the challenges faced by modern democracies. Schmitt's analysis is both rigorous and accessible, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in political philosophy, history, or contemporary politics.Introduction To The Necessity Of Politics By Christopher Dawson.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: Carl Schmitt, Michael de la Bedoyere, Nicholas Berdyaev
ISBN-10: 1258061953
ISBN-13: 9781258061951
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 07/09/2011
Pages: 280
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.28lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d