“There are branches of learning and education which we must study merely with a view to leisure spent in intellectual activity, and these are to be valued for their own sake; whereas those kinds of knowledge which are useful in business are to be deemed necessary, and exist for the sake of other things.”
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Aristotle's Politics: Writings from the Complete Works: Politics, Economics, Constitution of Athens
Aristotle's Politics is a comprehensive treatise on political theory and governance, drawing from his extensive study of the political systems of his time, particularly the constitution of Athens. The book delves into the principles of government, economic theory, and the social structures that underpin political organization. more
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