Good Government by Berthold Auerbach

Name: Good Government
Author: Berthold Auerbach

"Good Government" is a treatise on political philosophy written by Berthold Auerbach in 1874. In it, Auerbach argues that good government is essential for the well-being of society and that it can only be achieved through the active participation of citizens in the political process. He contends that government should be based on the principles of justice, equality, and liberty, and that its primary goal should be to promote the common good. Auerbach also discusses the role of civil society in maintaining social order and the importance of education in fostering civic virtue. Throughout the work, he emphasizes the need for responsible leadership and the importance of checks and balances in preventing abuses of power.

By Berthold Auerbach · First published 1843 · Genre: Political Theory, Non-fiction, Sociology · 7,658 words

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On May morning a magnificent tree was found before the house of Michael the wagoner. It was a tall fir; the branches had been cut off, and only the crown was left. It towered far over all the houses, and, if the church were not on a hill, it would have looked down on the steeple. There was not another May-pole in all the village; and all the girls envied Eva, the wagoner's oldest daughter, the distinction of having this one set for her.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Berthold Auerbach
Date: 1843 CE
Language: English
Genres: Political Theory, Non-fiction, Sociology, Philosophy
Length: 7,658 words
Structure: 1 section, 101 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Political Theory — The book 'Good Government' by Berthold Auerbach revolves around democratic governance and political standards, classifying it primarily as a work of Political Theory.
Non-fiction — The book discusses real-world political systems and ideologies, placing it under the Non-fiction genre.
Sociology — The book delves into societal structures and norms related to governance, qualifying it as a part of the Sociology genre.
Philosophy — Berthold Auerbach explores philosophical concepts related to governance and ethics, meriting 'Good Government' inclusion in the Philosophy genre.