{"product_id":"the-body-politic","title":"The Body Politic","description":"Discover the profound thoughts of Jean-Jacques Rousseau in this essential edition of 'The Social Contract.' This trade paperback, part of the Little Black Classics series, features a compelling selection of Rousseau's insights into democracy, political authority, and the legitimacy of state governance. As Rousseau famously states, 'No true Democracy has ever existed, nor ever will exist,' igniting a conversation around the nature of the state and its relationship with the people. This 128-page book is a critical exploration for anyone interested in political philosophy, social justice, and the foundations of democracy. With its perfect blend of depth and accessibility, this edition appeals to both scholars and casual readers alike, making it a must-have addition to your collection of political literature. The cover design is visually appealing, drawing you into the rich world of classic literature. Shipping is FREE for this book, delivering great value, though combined shipping for other products isn't available with this item. Allow up to 10 days for your order to arrive and immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom of Rousseau, whose ideas continue to shape discussions around governance and democracy today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780241252017\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Trade paperback (UK)\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2016\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Penguin UK\u003cbr\u003ePages: 128\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription:\u003cbr\u003e'No true Democracy has ever existed, nor ever will exist.'\u003cbr\u003eIn this selection from The Social Contract, Rousseau asserts that a state's only legitimate political authority comes from its people.\u003cbr\u003eOne of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item.  Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.","brand":"RANDOM HOUSE","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":43019312037977,"sku":"PR533348","price":20.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2551\/5502\/files\/9780241252017_SHZ65CCBQKCF.jpg?v=1769371892","url":"https:\/\/smartfox.co.nz\/products\/the-body-politic","provider":"SmartfoxNZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}