Political Theory: Reference Sources

Also available in print: Olin Library, JA61 .B63
"...outlines the thought of leading political theorists, past and present, and considers the way in which thinking about politics has evolved historically. " [preface]

Titles in the Cambridge Histories series relating to political thought/theory.

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"... examines the ideas of the major political theorists from before Plato to our own times; the main schools of political thought; the concepts and issues that have captured the imagination and attention of political theorists; and some of the main institutions and practices inspired by political thought. [Also available in print: Olin Library Reference, JA 61.E515 2010]

"Examines the history of political thought from antiquity to contemporary political theory and political philosophy." [publisher]

Online version of the Routledge encyclopedia of philosophy. Articles can be browsed alphabetically or by philosophical themes, philosophies, historical periods, and religions. Full text entries can be searched by keyword, contributor, or bibliography. Bibliographies. Frequently updated.

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