Bücher von James Wycliffe Headlam

""Election By Lot At Athens"" is a historical book written by James Wycliffe Headlam that explores the ancient Athenian practice of selecting officials and representatives through a lottery system. The book delves into the origins of this unique democratic process and how it evolved over time, as well as its advantages and disadvantages compared to modern electoral systems. Headlam also examines the societal and political context of Athens during this period, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the city-state's governance and culture. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history, political science, and democratic theory.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. We havent used any OCR or photocopy to produce this book. The whole book has been typeset again to produce it without any errors or poor pictures and errant marks.

""Bismarck and the Foundation of the German Empire"" is a historical book written by James Wycliffe Headlam. The book explores the life and legacy of Otto von Bismarck, the German statesman who played a crucial role in the unification of Germany in the late 19th century. The book delves into Bismarck's political career, his strategies and tactics, and his contributions to the formation of the German Empire. The author also examines the social and economic conditions of Germany during Bismarck's time, and how they influenced his policies. The book is a detailed account of one of the most significant figures in German history and provides valuable insights into the political and social landscape of 19th-century Europe. It is a must-read for anyone interested in European history, politics, and diplomacy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

First published in 1933 as the second edition of an 1891 original, this book contains the text of the prize-winning dissertation by James Wycliffe Headlam on the ancient Athenian practice of election by lot. Headlam reviews the custom from its inception in the sixth century BC and its introduction into a variety of public offices.