Dialogue On The Best Form Of Government (1863)

""A Dialogue On The Best Form Of Government"" is a book written by George Cornewall Lewis in 1863. The book is a philosophical discussion on the topic of the best form of government. It is structured as a dialogue between two fictional characters, Philo and Demos, who represent two different viewpoints on the subject. Philo argues in favor of an aristocratic form of government, while Demos advocates for a democratic system. The two characters engage in a thought-provoking debate, exploring the strengths and weaknesses of each form of government. The book also includes a historical analysis of various political systems and their outcomes. Lewis draws on the works of classical philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle, as well as contemporary political thinkers such as John Stuart Mill and Alexis de Tocqueville. The book is a valuable contribution to the ongoing debate on the best form of government and provides insight into the complexities of political philosophy.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.