Brook Manville
A pioneering synthesis of political and socio-economic history that uncovers the complex concept of membership in the ancient Athenian democratic polis—and with it the origins of the classical state.
The book is widely cited in historical scholarship and has remained in print ever since its original publication in 1990.
A case study of the classical Athenian democracy, but framed for its implications for any leader of today’s knowledge-based and networked organizations.
“[Historical] comparisons that provide an intriguing reflection on the modern company.” — Richard Donkin, The Financial Times
A narrative-based study of organizations that have successfully tapped their data assets, diverse perspectives, and deep knowledge to build a collective decision-making capability –so that the right decisions are made, and the entire organization profits.
A comprehensive, but practical and example-rich discussion of the six fundamental leadership practices that every aspiring leader must understand and master to create impact: creating a vision; making strategic choices; inspiring others to join and perform; leading innovation; leading yourself. The book distills proven ideas, drawing from interviews with successful executives, best thinking from the Harvard Business Review, and the authors’ own extensive experience working in and with multiple organizations over decades.
A powerful case for democracy and how it can survive, based on historical analysis of civilization’s best known, long-enduring democracies (ancient Athens & Rome, modern Britain & America). Democracy flourishes only if citizens are willing to adapt and keep relevant the agreement—“the civic bargain”–that they make with one another to govern themselves, free of a boss. It is a lesson modern democracies must confront to survive the continuing challenges of today’s world.