Excerpt from Empire and Sovereignty
When we say that in ancient Greece the idea of the state was realized only in the city, we recognize not only the fact that Greek national life never attained any ade quate political organization, but also that to Greek political thinkers the idea of such an organization did not assume the form of a consolidated state. The abortive steps toward political unity show the possible lines of further development: a united Greece would have been either a permanent symmachy, like that headed by Athens in the time of Pericles, or a federation like the Achaean, extending over the whole of Greece; that is to say, it would have been a protectorate or a federal state.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides a fascinating study of the concepts of empire, sovereignty, and their implications throughout history. The author takes readers on a journey through various interpretations of these ideas, from the ancient world to the complex geopolitical landscape of the modern era. Drawing upon a wealth of historical examples, the book explores the different forms of imperial governance, including protectorates, autonomous colonies, and the unique relationship between Great Britain and its self-governing colonies. Through these case studies, the author challenges traditional notions of sovereignty and argues for a more nuanced understanding of the complex interplay between power, autonomy, and the aspirations of nations. This book is a valuable resource for students of history, political science, and international relations, offering fresh insights into the enduring questions of empire and sovereignty. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333386641_0
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