One of the most influential works in Western political thought, Aristotle's Politics offers a detailed analysis of the nature of the state, the role of the citizen, and the principles of good governance. This edition, translated by Benjamin Jowett and H. W. Carless Davis, provides a clear and accessible introduction to this important text, making it an essential resource for students of political science, philosophy, and the classics. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.