Considers political and social theories from the time of Hegel, Marx and Engels and examines the idea of progress. Plamenatz studies the historical origins of these theories, in order to ensure that he portrays their sense and significance.
Man and Society Summary
Man and Society by John Plamenatz
The classic introduction to modern political theory and the history of political thought from Machiavelli to Marx. The third voume covers Hegel, Marx and Engels and The Idea of Progress.
Man and Society Reviews
Review of Man & Society volumes I, II and III: '...as a critical examination of political thought - which is what Plamenatz had always intended the work to be (and not just a descriptive history of...) the value of the work has been enhanced...As a teacher of Political Theory I have used his work extensively - constantly recommending certain chapters to my pupils for diligent study and ever grateful to his scholarship which has enabled my own understanding to be more enlightened.' Clive P Thomas, Teaching Politics
Table of Contents
Editors' Preface. Preface. Introduction. 1. The Social and Political Philosophy of Hegel I. 2. The Social and Political Philosophy of Hegel II. 3. Marx and Engels I. 4. Marx and Engels II. 5. The Idea of Progress. Further Readings. Index.
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