State thinking

The anthology comprehensively presents the state of state theory and exemplifies the contributions of the most significant political thinkers and the most important currents of political thought to today's understanding of the state. Renowned philosophers, historians, social, cultural, and legal scholars from universities and research institutions across Europe explore the concept of the state from antiquity to post-democracy in 15 equally weighted chapters. Each chapter focuses on a specific theme, ranging from classical and conservative to liberal and feminist, as well as anarchist and religious political thought. Special attention is given to state thinking in other cultures, including China, India, the Arab world, and pre- and post-colonial Africa. The concluding reflection on the "State of the Future" summarizes the findings.