Democratic Theory and Causal Methodology in Comparative Politics

by Mark I. Lichbach and Mark Irving Lichbach

Book Overview

Barrington Moore bequeathed comparativists a problem: how to reconcile his causal claim of "no bourgeoisie, no democracy" with his normative "dream of a free and rational society." In this book, Mark I. Lichbach harmonizes causal methodology and normative democratic theory, illustrating their interrelationship. Using a dialogue among four specific texts, Lichbach advances five constructive themes. First, comparativists should study the causal agency...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1107622352
• ISBN13: 9781107622357
• Release Date: November 2013
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 245 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.4"