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Oligarchy
—Gelletly, LeeAnne.
2013

Book

This book examines the history of oligarchy, which was first described by the ancient Greeks more than 2,300 years ago. The book also asks whether today's superrich constitute a new oligarchy that threatens to undermine American democracy.

Item Details

ISBN:

  • 9781422221426
  • 1422221423

Description: 64 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Notes: Includes bibliographical references (page 60) and index.

Contents:

  • Oligarchy and the elite
  • Oligarchies in the Classical world
  • Italian and Dutch republics
  • Colonial rule and oligarchies
  • Financial Oligarchs.

LCCN: 2012027858

Control Number: 916113

Publisher: Broomall, PA : Mason Crest, [2013]
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