Philosophy

The foundation for all modern economic thought and political economy, The Wealth of Nations is the magnum opus of Scottish economist Adam Smith, who introduces the world to the very idea of economics and capitalism....

As the child of refugees of World War II Europe and a renowned philosopher and scholar of propaganda, Jason Stanley has a deep understanding of how democratic societies can be vulnerable to fascism: Nations don’t have to be fascist to suffer from fascist politics....

This audiobook contains all 3 volumes of Capital, as well as Marx and Engel's most renowned work, The Communist Manifesto....

A stevedore on the San Francisco docks in the 1940s, Eric Hoffer wrote philosophical treatises in his spare time while living in the railroad yards.

Originally publishing in 1944, The Road to Serfdom was seen as heretical for its passionate warning against the dangers of state control over the means of production....

It is easier to imagine the end of the world than the end of capitalism. After 1989, capitalism has successfully presented itself as the only realistic political-economic system–a situation that the bank crisis of 2008, far from ending, actually compounded....

En El arte de la guerra, Sun Tzu hace análisis detallados y recomendaciones útiles sobre trece temas principales de la estrategia militar....

This classic work of political theory and practice offers an account of the modern Machiavellians, a remarkable group who have been influential in Europe and practically unknown in the United States....

The world-renowned philosopher and author of the best-selling Justice explores the central question of our time: What has become of the common good? Find out....

Ever since its first publication in 1992, The End of History and the Last Man has provoked controversy and debate. Francis Fukuyama's prescient analysis of religious fundamentalism, politics, scientific progress, ethical codes, and war is essential....

In Profit Over People, Chomsky reveals the roots of the present crisis, tracing the history of neoliberalism....

Of the three dominant ideologies of the 20th century - fascism, communism, and liberalism - only the last remains....

Delve into the timeless wisdom and political acumen of Niccolò Machiavelli’s "The Prince," masterfully narrated by Daniel Pagone.

Published in 1797, the Critique of Pure Reason is considered to be one of the foremost philosophical works ever written....

The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind is a seminal work on crowd psychology by Gustave Le Bon (1841-1931), a French social psychologist. He observes that a crowd forms when an influential idea unites a number of individuals and prompts them to act towards a common goal....

En esta obra Maquiavelo enumera las condiciones que han de caracterizar a un príncipe, entendida esta figura como la cabeza o jefe del Estado....

To understand world politics, you need to understand how states think. Are states rational? Much of international relations theory assumes that they are. But many scholars believe that political leaders rarely act rationally....

Die Party ist vorbei. Der Crash ist da. Aus der Bankenkrise 2008 wurde über Nacht eine Krise der Weltwirtschaft...

This passionate and engaging recording of Paine’s classic is as certain to provoke modern listeners to thought as it did his original audience....

Misogyny is a hot topic, yet it's often misunderstood. Who deserves to be called a misogynist? How does misogyny contrast with sexism, and why is it prone to persist even when sexist gender roles are waning? This book is an exploration of misogyny in public life and politics....

This audiobook narrated by Katherine Fenton reveals how a concentrated attack on political institutions threatens to disable the essential workings of government....

Thomas Hobbes lived through the Thirty Years War and Britain's civil wars, and the trauma of these events led to his great masterpiece of political thought....

Roger Scruton’s How to Be a Conservative presents the case for modern conservatism not in the terms of an elegy but rather as a practical example of how to live as a conservative despite the pressures to live otherwise....

Here is the final book of unparalleled historian Tony Judt....

A classic work in political philosophy, intellectual history and economics, The Road to Serfdom has inspired and infuriated politicians and scholars for half a century.

Step Into the Mind of Ancient China’s Boldest Philosopher What if the key to solving today’s biggest challenges—inequality, conflict, and leadership—lay buried in the teachings of a man who lived over 2,000 years ago? Mozi for Beginners: Foundations of Mohism and Its Legacy introduces you to the revolutionary ideas of Mozi, the thinker who defied tradition, rejected privilege, and offered a bold vision of universal love and practical governance. Why This Book Matters to You In a time when society often feels divided, Mozi’s philosophy reminds us of the power of impartiality, ...

Discover the Fascinating Dynamics of Authoritarian Democracy and Populism in This Comprehensive Exploration! "Authoritarian Democracy: The Hidden Strengths and Unintended Consequences of Liberalism" dives deep in the complex world of authoritarian democracy, populism, and the critical examination of liberal ideals. With a balanced mix of theory, history, case studies, and personal reflections, this insightful exploration challenges conventional wisdom and sheds new light on political power, inequality, and democratic governance. From the origins and purpose of state power to the unexpected ...

Carl von Clausewitz's On War is the most significant attempt in Western history to understand war, both in its internal dynamics and as an instrument of policy. Since the work's first appearance in 1832, it has been enjoyed throughout the world, and has stimulated generations of soldiers, political leaders, and intellectuals.

To stop harming our health and our planet in the name of growth, we need a new mythology for the 21st century, one that puts sustainable well-being above growth for growth’s sake and technology for technology’s sake. The current mythology—Technology-Driven Progress—is so taken for granted that it’s unrecognized as an imaginary construct. Basking in the powers of technology, we see ourselves as far removed from the ancients’ gods and goddesses.

"The Communist Manifesto," co-authored by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in 1848, is a profound critique of capitalism and a blueprint for a new social order, communism. It argues that the proletariat, or working class, will lead the revolution against the capitalist system's inherent class inequalities. Spanning four sections, the manifesto traces class struggles, critiques the bourgeoisie, reviews socialist and communist literature, and examines the position of communists relative to opposition parties.