Giovanni Sartori Book order

May 13, 1924 – April 4, 2017

Giovanni Sartori was a distinguished Italian political scientist whose work focused on the study of democracy and comparative politics. His analyses were marked by a deep concern for conceptual clarity and methodological rigor. Sartori's essays, particularly those addressing concept formation in comparative politics, are regarded as seminal works in the field. Through his academic career and his contributions as an op-ed writer, he shaped discussions on the nature of political systems and democracy.

La Política. Lógica y método en las ciencias sociales

The Theory of Democracy Revisted - Part Two

2005
Parties and Party Systems
A Framework for Analysis
370 pages
13 hours of reading
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The book presents a thorough classification of party systems, establishing itself as a key reference in political science. Giovanni Sartori critiques existing spatial models of party competition while providing a comprehensive review of political parties' concepts and rationale. It combines theoretical insights with rigorous analysis, supported by extensive cross-national empirical data. Recognized as a classic in postwar political science, it stands out as a seminal work in understanding party dynamics and systems.
1987
The Theory of Democracy Revisted - Part Two
The Classical Issues
308 pages
11 hours of reading
This is part two of a two-volume set. "Democracy is, in part, a debate about what democracy is. With The Theory of Democracy Revisted, Sartori offers an overview of classical and contemporary issues. All students of politics will find his arguments provocative, whether or not they agree with his conclusions." – Jean Bethke Eishtain, University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Parties and Party Systems

The Theory of Democracy Revisted - Part Two