Description: "Journey through the complete history of human power structures with Dr. Michael Arnheim's groundbreaking book, Five Thousand Years of Monarchy. This meticulously researched work offers a fresh and original interpretation of the nature of government, arguing that there are in reality only two pure forms: monarchy and oligarchy, and throughout Arnheim explores the timeless struggle between the two. From ancient Mesopotamia to modern China, explore how power structures have shaped societies, influenced stability, liberty, and equality, and determined the course of history"-- Provided by publisher.
