The Nature and Development of the Modern State

by Graeme J. Gill

Despite the increasing globalization of many aspects of social, economic, and political life, the state remains the fundamental element of contemporary governance. This lively and accessible new book provides a broad-ranging introduction to the origins, role, and future of the modern state and makes its own distinct contribution to tracing out continuities and changes in its development.

Genres: Politics, History

301 pages, Paperback

First published May 29, 2003