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Political Science Democracy

The Struggle For Democracy

by (author) Patrick Watson & Benjamin Barber

Publisher
Key Porter Books
Initial publish date
Apr 2002
Category
Democracy, General

  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781552631683
    Publish Date
    Apr 2002
    List Price
    $29.95

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Description

What is the price we pay for democracy? Is democracy fair to minorities? Is democratic law a tool against tyranny, or does it suppress the individual? Can democracy endure the next century? Patrick Watson and Benjamin Barber explore these and dozens of other questions in the international bestseller, The Struggle for Democracy. Sweeping across space and time in the spirit of a quest, this book tells the story of the growth of democracy, its heroes and heroines, its enemies, its failures and successes; the threats to democracy from the nuclear age, from the microchip, from pollution, poverty, and apathy. The companion volume to a 12-part series to air on History Television, this book, now available in paperback, is the perfect resource for anyone wanting to understand the origins of democracy and the constant struggles necessary to ensure its survival.

About the authors

PATRICK WATSON is best known for his work in television current affairs and documentary film. Ahmek is his first book for young readers, but Patrick’s adult titles include novels, biographies, and works of social and political studies. He has received honorary doctorates in Letters and in Laws, and a number of television and documentary awards. In 1981 he was named an officer of the Order of Canada and from 1989–1994 was Chairman of the CBC.

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