Books with title Democracy

First published anonymously, March 1880, and soon in various unauthorized editions. It wasn't until the 1925 edition that Adams was listed as author. Henry Adams remarked (ironically as usual), "The wholesale piracy of Democracy was the single real triumph of my life."--it was very popular, as readers tried to guess who the author was and who the characters really were. Chapters XII and XIII were originally misnumbered.

"Describes the workings of a democratic government, including the differences between a constitutional monarchy, a parliamentary democracy, and a presidential democracy. Includes discussions on the benefits of direct and indirect democracies, points out weak points of democracy, and looks to the future of how other countries will continue to strive to be democratic"--

This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a panoramic view of opinions.; ; By illuminating the complexities and interrelations of the global community, this excellent resource helps students and other researchers enhance their global awareness. Each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a pan

These fascinating books trace the history and development of some of the great political movements and economic forces which still dominate in the 21st century. Expert authors explore the backgrounds to these ideas, defining them in simple terms. Biographical and quotation panels give the details and the words of the personalities who turned these ideas into mass movements. This book traces the story of democracy from its roots in ancient Greece to the sophisticated forms it takes today. It discusses whether, following the collapse of communism, democracy will become the dominant form of government.