The political culture of the Western world is presented in a comprehensive overview. From the Greeks and their discovery of politics and democracy, through the Romans and the Christian world, to the present day, which is marked by the struggle for human rights and totalitarianism, the entire spectrum of political thought is showcased. Volume 3/2: Political Thought in the First Half of the 19th Century. Which thinkers, philosophers, historians, and writers shaped this era? From the American and French Revolutions through Napoleon to the end of the classical period, this volume provides a compact and easily understandable overview. The political philosophy of German Idealism and the political thought of the classics are explained in detail. Includes short biographies and extensive bibliographies.