The Legitimation of Power - Paperback

by David Beetham (Author)

The new edition of this classic text provides a comprehensive introduction to the concept of legitimacy as applied to political systems. Now addressing the issue of legitimacy beyond the state, the book also includes a new introduction and two major additional chapters which update the argument in the light of developments and debates.

Author Biography

David Beetham is Emeritus Professor of Politics, University of Leeds, UK.
David Beetham is Emeritus Professor of Politics, University of Leeds, UK.