Democracy and Global Order -- From Modern States to Worldist Governance

Author: [British] David Held, translated by Hu Wei et al
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Features: Author David Held applies democratic theory to an increasingly powerful global relationship in this book, creating an authoritative interpretation of democratic theory. This book is an indispensable read for both scholars and citizens—it offers a comprehensive rethinking and reimagining of the scope of democracy. It is part of the "Fangdong Translation Series" of new releases in 2003. Traditional democratic theory typically studies democratic order and regime forms within a single country and has thoroughly discussed challenges to democracy that arise domestically. However, against the backdrop of accelerating globalization, traditional democratic theory is gradually losing its explanatory power. The authors of this book break down the isolation between the study of political theory, international relations, and international law, linking the three currently most popular terms—democracy, globalization, and governance—together. They offer new reflections on the essence, forms, and content of democratic politics. In the four parts of the book, the author examines the nature and meaning of democracy, the forms, characteristics, and development of the state, and reconstructs core concepts of political theory in the context of globalization, ultimately proposing a model of a "world democratic regime" in the era of globalization. The author is an authority in democratic theory within the field of political science, and their work is recognized for its solid theoretical foundation and rigorous logical arguments, earning respect from scholars in the field.