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Number of Pages
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Age Group
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Language
English
Book Summary
This non-fiction, political philosophy essay investigates how violence relates to power, war, and politics, and what that means for modern life. It speaks to students, scholars, and curious readers with an interest in history, political theory, and ethical questions about force. The tone is analytical, serious, and thoughtโprovoking, inviting careful consideration rather than sensationalism.
Presented as a rigorous, essay-length argument, the work blends historical context with robust theoretical analysis. Its clear, precise prose makes a dense topic accessible to a broad audience, anchoring abstract ideas in real-world events from the 20th centuryโthe Holocaust, the nuclear age, and waves of political upheaval. An insightful introduction helps contemporary readers connect these ideas to todayโs debates about power and violence.
It centers on key concepts such as violence, power, legitimacy, and the politics of revolution. The author argues that violence can destroy power but cannot create enduring authority, offering a framework for understanding how political life actually unfolds. This makes the title valuable for study in political theory, history, ethics, and international affairs.
Readers finish with a sharpened understanding of how violence shapes political life, why force alone is insufficient for lasting legitimacy, and how to think critically about power in todayโs world. The work enriches historical perspective, nurtures informed curiosity, and leaves a lasting impression on how we view authority and governance.
Product Details
Author
Hannah Arendt
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
80
Language
English
SKU
9780241631645
ISBN
9780241631645
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
13x0.4x19.8cm
Binding
Paperback
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