Work

Sartori’s grandchildren: the enduring legacy of a political science founder

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The article focuses on the intellectual legacy of Giovanni Sartori, describing this figure as the “screenwriter” of an innovative project for Italian and European political science. Retracing the stages of Sartori’s journey as an author, academic leader, and scientific organizer, it highlights how other scholars have been able to build upon his work, showcasing the enduring impact of his vision. The article also provides data describing the scale and profile of the scientific community in Italy, since the phase of consolidation of political science, until nowadays. The analysis stresses the persistence of the original project designed by Sartori and sheds a light on the responsibilities of the “middle generation” of scholars in the dissemination of the discipline toward the new generations.

Source: European Political Science

DOI: 10.1057/s41304-025-00516-w

Author: Luca Verzichelli

Institution: University of Siena

Language: English

Topic: Political Science Research and Education

Subfield: Political Science and International Relations

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,550

Funder: Università degli Studi di Siena