Crises of the Republic: "On Violence"

Written by: Hannah Arendt

Synopsis

Crises of the Republic is a collection of essays by Hannah Arendt, published in 1972. One of the central essays in the collection is "On Violence," which examines the nature of violence in the context of modern society and politics. Arendt explores the relationship between power, authority, and violence, and the role of violence in shaping political movements and revolutions.

Big Ideas

• Nature of Violence
• Origins of Political Power
• Violence and Power as opposites
• Impact of Technology on Violence
• Challenges to Democratic Governance
• Moral and Ethical Considerations

References Used

Arendt, Hannah. Crises of the Republic: "On Violence". 1972.