Preface
Chapter 1: The methodology of comparative history of political thought
Part I: Comparative studies
Chapter 2: The foundational thinkers (600–400 BC)
Chapter 3: The first “schools” of political thought (400–250 BC)
Chapter 4: Political thought of the first empires (250 bc–200 AD)
Chapter 5: Metaphysics, “religion” and the decline of empires (200–500)
Chapter 6: The integration of “religion” and political thought (500–1000)
Chapter 7: Late “medieval” political thought (1000–1300)
Chapter 8: Renaissance and revival (1300–1540)
Part II: The interdependence of modernities
Chapter 9: Popular religious revolt and state building (1450–1670)
Chapter 10: Enlightenment and historicism (1670–1790)
Chapter 11: Revolution, romanticism and reform (1760–1860)
Chapter 12: Imperialism and liberalism (1820–1920)
Chapter 13: Social unrest and the rise of the left (1810–1930)
Chapter 14: Ultra-nationalism, fascism and philosophy (1880–1950)
Chapter 15: Anti-colonialism and neo-liberalism (1920–1980)
Chapter 16: Shifting foundations and return to origins (1980–2015)
Bibliography
Glossary of concepts
Glossary of names
Index

A World History of Political Thought is an innovative work with profound significance for the study of the history of political thought, providing a global overview of political thought from 600 BC to the twenty-first century. It treats both Western and non-Western systems of political thought as equally worthy of consideration. Outlining a methodological approach to enhance the study of comparative political thought, this book covers key political thinkers throughout history, analyzing the works and influence of both men and women around the world. With its chronological narrative of the development of ideas and contrasting the key concepts and the contexts in which they grew, this history unfolds as a readable and engaging story of different civilizations as they evolved and, in an increasingly connected world, competed. Constituting a significant advancement in the inclusiveness and internationalization of political thought and global history, this book will change the way the field of political thought is approached. For students seeking an introduction to global political thought this is an invaluable tool, and the methodological discussion is essential reading for those seeking to engage in comparative analysis of both historical and contemporary political thought. -- Provided by publisher. (Source: WorldCat)