How Democracies Perish

This hardcover copy of "How Democracies Perish" is in fair condition. The spine and boards show some wear, and there is no dust jacket present. The binding remains intact, and there are no inscriptions or library markings. Overall, it is a solid reading copy with typical signs of age.

Jean-François Revel's "How Democracies Perish" was first published in the United States by Doubleday & Company, Inc., in 1984. This hardcover edition represents the first U.S. edition, translated from the French by William Byron. Revel, a renowned French philosopher and political commentator, explores the vulnerabilities of democratic systems in the face of communist expansion and internal complacency. This edition is particularly significant for collectors and scholars interested in Cold War politics and the ideological battles of the 20th century. The book is categorized under political science and history, focusing on topics such as democracy, communism, and Soviet foreign relations. The physical condition of the book shows some wear, with no dust jacket visible. This copy does not contain any signatures or inscriptions, and it is not an ex-library edition.