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The political theory of the Federalist / David F. Epstein

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Epstein, David F., 1954-
Published
Chicago : University of Chicago Press, [1984]
Copyright Date
©1984
Physical Description
1 online resource (ix, 234 pages)
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Contents
Frontmatter -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- ONE. Government by Choice -- Two. The Necessity of Energy -- Three. A Study of Federalist 10 -- Four. Theoretical Uncertainty and Honorable Determination -- Five. Separation of Powers -- Six. Representation -- SEVEN. Good Government -- Conclusion: The Ambitious and the Partisans -- Notes -- Index
Summary
In The Political Theory of "The Federalist," David F. Epstein offers a guide to the fundamental principles of American government as they were understood by the framers of the Constitution. Epstein here demonstrates the remarkable depth and clarity of The Federalist's argument, reveals its specifically political (not merely economic) view of human nature, and describes how and why the American regime combines liberal and republican values."While it is a model of scholarly care and clarity, this study deserves an audience outside the academy. ... David F. Epstein's book is a fine demonstrati.
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ISBN
9780226213019 (electronic bk.)
0226213013 (electronic bk.)
0226212998
9780226212999
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Bibliography Note
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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