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082	0	0	_a320.03 _221 _bENC 2005
245	0	0	_athe Encyclopedia of political thought / _c[edited by] Garrett Ward Sheldon.
250			_aIndian ed.
260			_aNew Delhi: _bViva Books Pvt. ltd., _c2005.
300			_aix, 342 p. : _bill. ; _c29 cm.
500			_a"Viva-Facts on File"
504			_aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
520	1		_a"Encyclopedia of Political Thought is a resource for students or general readers who want to know more about the major ideas, philosophies, and concepts of civic administration that have influenced and shaped civilization past and present.".
520	8		_a"With particular emphasis on the 20th century, the encyclopedia contains more than 400 cross-referenced entries that make up an up-to-date survey of topics that have been crucial to the history of humankind, including the rise and fall of communism, the advent of feminism, and the advancement of democracy.".
520	8		_a"Key concepts and controversial issues are clearly defined and thoughtfully analyzed, with examples from current events used to enhance the reader's understanding of the ideas presented. Ideologies are not only considered within historical context but are also related to contemporary politics, enhancing the book's usefulness for reports, student debates, or general research. A chronology provides a linear presentation of the evolution of political thinking."--BOOK JACKET.
650		0	_aPolitical science _vEncyclopedias. _956126
650		0	_aPolitical science _xHistory _vEncyclopedias. _956127
650		0	_aWorld politics _vEncyclopedias. _956128
700	1		_aSheldon, Garrett Ward, ed. _d1954- _956129
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