Politics - Aristotle
Title: Politics Author: Aristotle Librivox Audiobook app Read by LibriVox Volunteers Aristotle’s Politics is one of the most influential works in political philosophy, providing a comprehensive analysis of government, citizenship, and the role of the state. Written in the 4th century BCE, the book explores the nature of political communities, the various forms of government, and the principles that contribute to a just and stable society. Aristotle’s observations remain relevant in discussions of democracy, monarchy, oligarchy, and the balance of power in governance. The book is divided into eight sections, each addressing a different aspect of political life. Aristotle begins by defining the state as a natural institution that emerges from the need for humans to live together. He argues that man is a “political animal” because people are naturally inclined to form communities, and the highest form of community is the polis, or city-state. Unli...