A secret government -- An obvious oligarchy -- Oligarchies of the world -- Origins of oligarchy -- Ancient oligarchies -- Perfect Oligarchies -- Oligarchies change -- An oligarchy's citizens -- The people's oligarchies -- Struggles within -- Who rules? -- Oligarchy to democracy -- Local oligarchies -- Defending oligarchies -- Business and oligarchs -- Oligarchies today -- Media oligarchies -- Forms of government -- Assessing oligarchies -- The future of oligarchies -- Documents of oligarchies.
Summary:
Introduces readers to the defining characteristics of an oligarchy. Illustrates the development and spread of oligarchies by discussing a variety of people and pivotal events and profiles various oligarchies around the world. Includes full-color photographs, a time line, and a glossary.
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