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Terje Rasmussen

    The sociology of sovereignty
    Political Legitimacy
    • Political Legitimacy

      Realism in Political Theory and Sociology

      • 166 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Focusing on political legitimacy, this book delves into the normative foundations of politics and the state. It emphasizes political realism as a broad theoretical approach, analyzing the contributions of key thinkers like Bernard Williams. Through this exploration, the text seeks to deepen the understanding of political theory and political sociology, providing insights into the complexities of legitimacy in governance.

      Political Legitimacy
    • The sociology of sovereignty

      Politics, social transformations and conceptual change

      • 226 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Focusing on the intellectual history of sovereignty, the book explores its evolution as a crucial political tool for addressing the complexities of power dynamics. It delves into how the concept has been utilized throughout history to manage paradoxes inherent in governance and authority, highlighting its significance beyond mere definition.

      The sociology of sovereignty