The Little Book of Politics

Packed with infographics and flowcharts that simplify complex concepts in an engaging way, The Little Book of Politics is the perfect pocket-sized introduction to politics and political thought.

Explore the origins of democracy, Machiavelli's cunning statecraft, Rousseau's "social contract," the Declaration of Independence, Marxist communism, the rise of populism, and identity politics. This book examines the philosophies behind various political beliefs and methods of government throughout human history.

Part of a new series of compact sister titles to DK's "Big Ideas" series, The Little Book of Politics offers the same combination of clear text and effective infographics in a portable format, perfect for reading on the go.