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An Introduction to Political Theory (Hardcover, 2nd Revised ed.)
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An Introduction to Political Theory (Hardcover, 2nd Revised ed.)
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"This book provides an engaging and intellectually challenging
introduction to political ideologies, while at the same time giving
an accessible route into the subject for those new to politics.
Supported by an outstanding companion website, it has strong claims
to be the best undergraduate textbook on ideologies on the
market.""" "Dr. Mike Gough, University of East Anglia"
"Introduction to Political Theory "is a text for the 21st century.
It shows students why an understanding of theory is crucial to an
understanding of issues and events in a rapidly shifting global
political landscape. Bringing together classic and contemporary
political concepts and ideologies into one book, this new text
introduces the major approaches to political issues that have
shaped the modern world, and the ideas that form the currency of
political debate. "Introduction to Political Theory "relates
political ideas to political realities through effective use of
examples and cases studies making theory lively, contentious and
relevant. This thoroughly revised and updated second edition
contains new chapters on global justice and political violence, as
well as an expanded treatment of globalisation and the state. A
wide range of pedagogical features helps to clarify, extend and
apply students' understanding of the fundamental ideologies and
concepts. This is comprised of: - Case studies demonstrate how
political ideas, concepts and issues manifest in the real world -
'Focus' boxes encourage students to appreciate alternative
viewpoints - A range of thought provoking photographs challenge
students to examine concepts from a different angle - Suggestions
for further reading and weblinks are also provided to help students
to further their understanding "Introduction to Political Theory"
is accompanied by an innovative website with multiple choice
questions, biographies of key figures in political theory, further
case studies and an innovative 'how to read' feature which helps
students get to grips with difficult primary texts.
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