Politics; who Gets What, When, howPolitics: Who Gets What, When, How by Harold Dwight Lasswell is a classic political science book that explores the fundamental question of how power is distributed in society. The book provides an overview of the various theories and models of politics, including the traditional views of power, the pluralist perspective, and the elitist theory. It also examines the role of interest groups, political parties, and the media in shaping political outcomes. Lasswell's book is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the basic concepts of politics, such as power, authority, and legitimacy. The second part delves into the different forms of political systems, including democracy, authoritarianism, and totalitarianism. The final part explores the various actors and institutions that make up the political system, such as interest groups, political parties, and the media. Overall, Politics: Who Gets What, When, How is a comprehensive and insightful overview of the field of political science. Lasswell's writing is clear and concise, making it accessible to both students and general readers. The book remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding how power is distributed in society and how political systems function.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. |
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