Francis Fukuyama
What’s inside
Fukuyama’s thesis explores the idea that liberal democracy may mark the endpoint of humanity’s sociocultural evolution and the final form of human government.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the development of political ideologies
- Gaining insights into post-Cold War international relations
- Exploring the relationship between economic systems and politics
- Examining challenges to the dominance of liberal democracy
Key Points
- The Triumph of Western Liberal Democracy
- The Concept of the ‘End of History’
- Challenges and Criticisms of the Thesis
- Human Nature and the Desire for Recognition
- The Role of Economic Systems in Political Change
- Implications for Post-Cold War International Relations
- The Persistence of Non-Democratic Regimes
Who’s it For
- Political Science Enthusiasts
- History Buffs
- Philosophy Students
- Readers Interested in Democracy
- Scholars of International Relations
About the author
Francis Fukuyama is an influential political scientist known for his provocative works on democracy and international politics.