Flattering the Demos

Flattering the Demos
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Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages : 182
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ISBN-10 : 9781498578417
ISBN-13 : 1498578411
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Book Synopsis Flattering the Demos by : Marlene K. Sokolon

Download or read book Flattering the Demos written by Marlene K. Sokolon and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-10-31 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To understand the movements of democratic society one must appreciate fictional narratives and not depend on rationalistic argumentation and scientific analyses. This volume examines the lessons and effects of storytelling in democratic culture and political life, as it articulates our aspirations, communicates our fears, and criticizes our reality.


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