Politics: Theory and Practice

摘要: In 1415 Henry V, king of England, invaded northern France. the east, two new powers, Muscovy and, above all, Ottoman Empire, were putting eastern Europe to sword. The 'modern states' western Christendom characterised by provision substantial revenues derived from national taxation raised consent. Dialogue, political intercourse between prince and subjects, was essential modern state. Both theory practice needed adapting particular society each state on at least levels. Epitomising power, witnessed an attentive audience, they became complex rituals, given tangible expression as dramatic presentations overlaid with symbolism. Speeches, in sermons, could convey unequivocal declarations thought. Clerics ecclesiastics who had completed their university studies faculty arts become acquainted works Antiquity. History, like politics, being transformed literature; success Jean Froissart's work aristocratic bourgeois circles is testimony this.