Book "The Origins of Political Order: From Prehuman Times to the French Revolution" by Francis Fukuyama
Book "The Origins of Political Order: From Prehuman Times to the French Revolution" by Francis Fukuyama

The Origins of Political Order: From Prehuman Times to the French Revolution

May 12, 2011

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Global Ethics Forum TV Show

How did human beings succeed in creating the ideal of strong, accountable governments that adhere to the rule of law? Francis Fukuyama provides a sweeping account of how today's basic political institutions developed.

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