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The Machiavellians

Defenders of Freedom

James Burnham

Discover a classic work of political theory and practice, delving into the ideas of modern Machiavellians such as Mosca, Sorel, Michels, and Pareto. James Burnham's keen analysis highlights the truth about politics and the importance of preserving political liberty. Learn about Burnham, an American political theorist, and his path from radical activism to conservatism, as he became a leading voice in the conservative movement.
Publish Date
1987-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
1987-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1943
Goodreads Rating
4.31
ISBN
9781839013959
Recommendations
3
Recommendations
2022-03-12T04:11:11.000Z
I am going to start Burnham-posting soon. He just keeps becoming more relevant, including in these times. Recommended reading:      source
2022-12-11T15:03:13.000Z
20/ The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom by James Burnham a must read book that I feel presents the most prescient description of where we are today and why and where we are heading. Really fascinating. Also, former Trotskyite.      source
2022-09-11T20:44:36.000Z
A good book on this last point is “The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom.” (Thanks @drydenwtbrown for the recommendation)      source