Comparative Politics provides a comprehensive, theoretical, and
methodological introduction to the field of comparative politics.
In the sciences, theory is tested through direct experimentation.
In politics, however, social scientists cannot simply manipulate an
institution or law to see what might happen. Comparisons of
different political contexts are thus central to political theory.
Analyzing what happens when different countries modify
constitutions or party systems provides useful information about
the probable consequences of such changes among diverse political
orders.
The world of politics is full rich and complex factors which
influence the way people vote, how policies are made, or how
interest groups lobby. Written by a well-established author with an
international reputation, Comparative Politics, surveys the best
work in the field, examining the issues involved in an attempt to
compare political systems and discussing how the methods and
results of comparative politics can be improved.
This valuable survey presents a wide array of case studies to
illustrate how comparative analysts devise effective methods to
construct meaningful theories about political systems. All major
current approaches are covered, making this essential reading for
students of politics and government.
General
Imprint: |
New York University Press
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
October 1998 |
First published: |
October 1998 |
Authors: |
B.Guy Peters
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Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 18mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - Trade
|
Pages: |
272 |
Edition: |
New |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-8147-6668-2 |
Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
Politics & government >
Political science & theory
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LSN: |
0-8147-6668-4 |
Barcode: |
9780814766682 |
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