"The finest philosophical treatise on the political science of Raymond Aron available." -- The New England Reviews Of Books "This is an extremely well-written book and . gives an exceptionally full and contextual picture of Aron's intellectual project." -- The Review of Politics ". comprehensive and balanced, deeply reflective and sharply focused . Mahoney's study of Aron's thought is important ." -- Crisis "Daniel J. Mahoney's brief, lucid and highly stimulating treatment will no doubt help generate enthusiasm for Aron's writings and build up his stature in the English-speaking world.

" -- First Things "Anyone seeking a clear and accurate introduction to Aron's vast oeuvre would be well advised to read Mahoney's concise and extremely sympathetic overview." -- Ethics: An International Journal of Social, Political, and Legal Philosophy ".a brilliant analysis.deserves a wide audience.Mahoney's prose is strong and crisp.As Aron's texts always remained 'exciting' for Daniel Mahoney, so does Mahoney's study remain for the reader." -- Interpretation "Mahoney's book is the best to date about the great French political thinker." --Pierre Manent, Centre de Recherches Politiques Raymond Aron (EHESS, Paris) "A sober and comprehensive as well as thought-provoking introduction to Aron as political scientist.

" --Thomas L. Pangle, University of Texas at Austin "A timely, serious and perceptive study of one of the most important thinkers of this century ." -- Stanley Hoffmann ". splendid book. Like Aron, Mahoney is realistic in his understanding of politics and insightful in his appreciation of political philosophy." --Barry Cooper, University of Calgary "This excellent analysis . is . thoughtful, intellectually honest, and above all, courageous in its willingness to challenge contemporary intellectual doctrines.

" --James Ceaser, University of Virginia.