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Explore a legendary defense of democracy with this special centenary single-volume edition of The Open Society and its Enemies by Routledge. Originally published in 1945, this work was written in political exile in New Zealand and has been recognized by Bertrand Russell as a profound defense of democratic values. This text provides a direct attack on the philosophies of Plato, Hegel, and Marx. It famously predicted the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe and examined the flaws found in socially engineered political systems. The writing remains lucid, erudite, and highly readable, making it a necessary resource for those studying academic philosophy and political science. Whether you are a student or a scholar, this volume offers essential insights into the foundations of modern political thought.

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This special centenary edition provides the complete work in a single-volume format from Routledge.

The text offers a vigorous defense of democracy as recognized by Bertrand Russell.

Readers can examine a legendary critique of the philosophies of Plato, Hegel, and Marx.

The book provides historical insight by predicting the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe.

This volume serves as essential reading for those interested in academic philosophy and social sciences.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
24 May 2002
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17 December 2006

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