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The Women by Hannah, Kristin
The Women
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women--at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time...
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Funny Story by Henry, Emily
Funny Story
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A shimmering, joyful novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2024 Named a Must-Read Book of 2024...
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  • Trump Your Life: 25 Life Lessons from the Ups and Downs of the 45th President of the United States by Ablow, Keith R.
    Trump Your Life: 25 Life Lessons from the Ups and Downs of the 45th President of the United States
    Trump Your Life reveals 25 key lessons from President Trump's life that anyone can master to make his or her life more fulfilling, successful, and powerful.Author: Keith R. Ablow,Christian JosiPublisher: Morgan James PublishingPublished: 06/02/2020Pages: 116Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.66lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.44dISBN: 9781642798807About...
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  • True Gretch: What I've Learned about Life, Leadership, and Everything in Between by Whitmer, Gretchen
    True Gretch: What I've Learned about Life, Leadership, and Everything in Between
    From trailblazing Michigan governor, Democratic leader, and national advocate for women's rights, Gretchen Whitmer, comes an unconventional and deeply personal account of her life and career--"Not your nana's ponderous political memoir" (New York magazine)--offering insights into her leadership during the Covid-19 pandemic, her fight...
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  • The Collected Writings of Edward Leedskalnin: Magnetic Current & A Book in Every Home by Leedskalnin, Edward
    The Collected Writings of Edward Leedskalnin: Magnetic Current & A Book in Every Home
    The Collected Writings of Edward Leedskalnin is a compilation of two of Leedskalnin's works, Magnetic Current and A Book in Every Home. This eccentric sculptor and amateur scientist devoted most of his life to creating a large complex of megalithic stones that he quarried...
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  • Political Parties: A Sociological Study of the Oligarchial Tendencies of Modern Democracy by Michels, Robert
    Political Parties: A Sociological Study of the Oligarchial Tendencies of Modern Democracy
    This work, first published in German in 1911 introduced the concept of iron law of oligarchy. It is considered one of the classics of social sciences, in particular sociology and political science. This work analyzes the power structures of organizations such as political parties...
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  • The Federalist Papers (Royal Collector's Edition) (Annotated) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket) by Hamilton, Alexander
    The Federalist Papers (Royal Collector's Edition) (Annotated) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
    The Federalist Papers is a collection of 85 articles and essays written under the pseudonym "Publius" to promote the ratification of the United States Constitution. The Federalist Papers are notable for their opposition to what later became the United States Bill of Rights. The...
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  • The Force of Nonviolence: An Ethico-Political Bind by Butler, Judith
    The Force of Nonviolence: An Ethico-Political Bind
    "The most creative and courageous social theorist working today" examines the ethical binds that emerge within the force field of violence (Cornel West). " . . . nonviolence is often seen as passive and resolutely individual. Butler's philosophical inquiry argues that it is in...
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  • Abundance by Klein, Ezra
    Abundance
    #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - ONE OF BARACK OBAMA'S FAVORITE BOOKS OF 2025 "A must-read for progressives who want a blueprint for reforming government so it can deliver for working people." --Barack Obama - "A terrific book...Powerful and persuasive." --Fareed Zakaria - "Spectacular...Offers...
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  • Dixie Be Damned: 300 Years of Insurrection in the American South by Shirley, Neal
    Dixie Be Damned: 300 Years of Insurrection in the American South
    In 1891, when coal companies in eastern Tennessee brought in cheap convict labor to take over their jobs, workers responded by storming the stockades, freeing the prisoners, and loading them onto freight trains. Over the next year, tactics escalated to include burning company property...
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  • Haggadah for Believers and Heretics by Altshuler, Moyshe
    Haggadah for Believers and Heretics
    Originally published in 1927 by the Soviet Commissariat for Nationalities, Haggadah for Believers and Heretics is a radical reimagining of the traditional Passover Haggadah, repurposed as a call to class struggle and socialist internationalism. Written by Moyshe Altshuler, a Jewish Communist organizer, this Yiddish...
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  • Learning to Live in the Dark: Essays in a Time of Catastrophe by Stephenson, Wen
    Learning to Live in the Dark: Essays in a Time of Catastrophe
    In these hard-hitting and deeply personal essays, Nation writer and veteran activist Wen Stephenson traces his search for resolve in the face of our converging climate and political catastrophes. After three decades of failed international efforts to avoid catastrophic climate change, progressive visions of...
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  • Kriya Yoga: Art of Super-Realization: Art of Super-Realization Paramhansa Yogananda by Paramhansa Yogananda
    Kriya Yoga: Art of Super-Realization: Art of Super-Realization Paramhansa Yogananda
    Swami Yogananda (January 5, 1893 - March 7, 1952), born Mukunda Lal Ghosh and later known also as Paramahansa Yogananda, is attributed with introducing Kriya Yoga science to the West. This is an exact reproduction of his 1930 work (now Public Domain), formatted for...
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  • The Trump Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know about Living Through What You Hoped Would Never Happen by Stone, Gene
    The Trump Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know about Living Through What You Hoped Would Never Happen
    National BestsellerDon't despair. Don't retreat. Fight back.A call-to-action for Democrats, moderate Republicans, and other anti-Trump dissenters, detailing the history of social and political policies, how Obama treated them, how Trump has the power to undermine them, and what people can do to fight back.The...
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  • How to Stop Fascism: History, Ideology, Resistance by Mason, Paul
    How to Stop Fascism: History, Ideology, Resistance
    The far right is on the rise across the world. From Modi's India to Bolsonaro's Brazil and Erdogan's Turkey, fascism is not a horror that we have left in the past; it is a recurring nightmare that is happening again - and we need...
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  • Wise Gals: The Spies Who Built the CIA and Changed the Future of Espionage by Holt, Nathalia
    Wise Gals: The Spies Who Built the CIA and Changed the Future of Espionage
    From the New York Times bestselling author of Rise of the Rocket Girls comes the never-before-told story of a small cadre of influential female spies in the precarious early days of the CIA--women who helped create the template for cutting-edge espionage (and blazed new...
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  • Bullets in the Washing Machine by Littles, Melissa
    Bullets in the Washing Machine
    Melissa Littles, Founder of The Police Wife Life, is an advocate for Law Enforcement Officers and their families. Bullets in the Washing Machine, her first release, is a compilation of short stories and poems, focusing on seeing the positives through the daily struggles of...
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  • Overthrow: America's Century of Regime Change from Hawaii to Iraq by Kinzer, Stephen
    Overthrow: America's Century of Regime Change from Hawaii to Iraq
    Stephen Kinzer's Overthrow provides a fast-paced narrative history of the coups, revolutions, and invasions by which the United States has toppled fourteen foreign governments -- not always to its own benefit "Regime change" did not begin with the administration of George W. Bush, but...
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  • Selective Persecution: The Legalization of American Fascism by Gold, Simone
    Selective Persecution: The Legalization of American Fascism
    In the early months of the COVID crisis, Dr. Simone Gold organized doctors and social media influencers to hold a White Coat Summit in Washington, DC, and she said something that nobody expected: the disease was treatable, and the panic was killing people. This...
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  • Censorship is a Drag: LGBTQ Materials and Programming Under Siege in Libraries by Phillips, Jason D.
    Censorship is a Drag: LGBTQ Materials and Programming Under Siege in Libraries
    Libraries, long tasked with defending intellectual freedom, find themselves under siege with threats of censorship for carrying gender/sexuality-related materials or holding LGBTQ-related events. Efforts to censor materials and control programming arguably threaten to have a chilling effect on libraries' ability to carry out their...
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  • An American Militiaman's Handbook by Leyzorek, John M.
    An American Militiaman's Handbook
    This book describes America's founders' own prescription for "keeping" our Republic, and holding it to the service of the principles of our Declaration of Independence. The two pre-Constitutional People's institutions, Grand Jury and Militia, are the only law-enforcement mentioned in the Constitution, and militia...
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  • The Impossible Mission by Caslen, Robert L., Jr.
    The Impossible Mission
    Our decision to go to war in Iraq was controversial, but our decision to terminate the Iraq war should have been even more controversial. After eight-and-a half years of war, and the sacrifice of 4,614 Americans, it is critical that we as a Nation...
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Best Poli Sci Books and Booklist

Political science books serve as essential resources for understanding the complex world of politics, government systems, and international relations. Whether you are a student, a scholar, or an enthusiast, having a well-curated political science booklist is invaluable. This article highlights some of the best poli sci books that cover the fundamentals and principles of political science.

One of the foundational texts in the field is "The Republic" by Plato. This classic work lays out the philosophical underpinnings of justice, governance, and the ideal state. It is a must-read for anyone looking to grasp the roots of political theory.

For those interested in modern political thought, "The Communist Manifesto" by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels provides a critical analysis of capitalism and its socio-economic impacts. It is a cornerstone for understanding socialist and communist ideologies.

Another essential book is "The Federalist Papers" by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay. These essays are fundamental to understanding the principles of American constitutional democracy and the debates that shaped the U.S. Constitution.

"Politics" by Aristotle is another classic that explores various forms of government and their functions. Aristotle's examination of political systems remains relevant for comprehending contemporary governance structures.

For a comprehensive overview of political systems and behavior, "Comparative Politics" by Daniele Caramani is an excellent choice. This book provides a comparative analysis of political institutions, processes, and policies across different countries, making it a staple in political science education.

In the realm of international relations, "The Tragedy of Great Power Politics" by John Mearsheimer offers a realist perspective on the strategic interactions between major world powers. It is a critical read for understanding global power dynamics.

FAQ's

Q. What are some must-read political science books for beginners?

A. For beginners, some must-read political science books include "The Republic" by Plato, "The Federalist Papers" by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, and "Politics" by Aristotle. These books provide foundational knowledge on political theory, governance, and the principles of democracy.

Q. Where can I find a comprehensive list of the best political science books?

A. A comprehensive list of the best political science books can often be found on educational websites, university syllabi, and online bookstores. Websites like Goodreads and Amazon also provide curated lists and reviews from readers and scholars.

Q. What topics do political science books typically cover?

A. Political science books cover a wide range of topics including political theory, comparative politics, international relations, public policy, political behavior, and governance. They may also delve into specific political ideologies, historical political events, and the functioning of various political institutions.

Q. How can reading political science books benefit me?

A. Reading political science books can enhance your understanding of political systems, theories, and historical events. It can also improve critical thinking skills, provide insights into current political issues, and prepare you for careers in politics, law, international relations, and academia.

Q. Can I find political science books in digital formats?

A. Yes, many political science books are available in digital formats. You can find e-books and audiobooks on platforms like Amazon Kindle, Audible, Google Books, and various online bookstores. Digital formats offer the convenience of accessing books on your electronic devices anytime, anywhere.

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