Comparative Politics (PDF)
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- Synopsis
- Comparative Politics provides an exciting and authoritative introduction to one of the most important fields of political science. International experts offer a range of perspectives, and explore the methods and theories of comparative politics as well as the structures and institutions, actors, processes, and policies at the heart of political systems around the world. Alongside explanation of the most important themes, students are presented with a wealth of empirical data to demonstrate similarities and differences in practice, and to encourage research. Excellent pedagogy supports students, with key points, questions, and boxes facilitating understanding, and further reading guides and web links encouraging students to take their interest in comparative politics beyond the textbook. This new edition takes account of the latest developments in the wake of democratic uprisings in North Africa and the Middle East, and sees a much stronger emphasis on the financial crisis, paying particular attention to state finances, and stressing the effects of the crisis on political attitudes and forms of participation. New to this edition The new edition covers the events of the Arab Spring, the global financial and economic crises, and the rise of right-wing populism. Addresses the latest theoretical contributions in the specialized literature in political science. Includes a wealth of updated empirical data, including figures, tables, graphs, and country profiles, in the text and online
- Copyright:
- 2014
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- ISBN-13:
- 9780199665990
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- Date of Addition:
- 04/07/16
- Copyrighted By:
- Oxford University Press
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Politics and Government
- Submitted By:
- Sarah Bennett
- Proofread By:
- N/A
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.