Anthony Arblaster Bücher

Exploring the intersection of politics and opera, this study reveals the often-overlooked political themes within the art form. It spans 200 years of significant operas, highlighting works from "The Marriage of Figaro" to "Nixon in China," and emphasizes how these performances reflect and engage with political issues throughout history.

Looks at the history of both the theory and practice of democracy, and the fierce opposition it has often provoked. This book argues that democracy remains a relevant ideal and a challenge to much conventional political thinking, as well as to the centralizing tendencies of global power.