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Articles by Alexander Standjofski
Though occurring on the heels of the American Revolution, the French Revolution was not quite as successful in establishing itself as a democratic republic.
Ever wondered who invented the modern separation of powers of government functions? Learn about Montesquieu, the originator of this idea.
Zeno of Citium is credited with founding one of the most profound schools of philosophy in the world. What do we know about this mysterious philosopher?
Despite having never written anything, Socrates remains the most iconic philosopher to have ever lived. How did the trial of Socrates end?
American and French revolutionary republican politics were a long time coming. Here are 5 enlightenment philosophers who paved the way.
Dante Alighieri was an Italian poet, thinker, and philosopher. His most famous work, The Divine Comedy or Comedía, shaped the religiopolitical landscape and the Italian language as we know it.
Thomas Hobbes has been long considered the quintessential modern political philosopher. His 1651 book Leviathan pivoted political philosophy as we know it. Who was the man behind the pen?
John Locke was one of the most important proponents of liberal ideology as well as modern state functionality. Read on to learn some of Locke’s most groundbreaking philosophical ideas.