Long established as the leading text in the field, the new edition has been comprehensively updated and rewritten. Accessible, student-friendly and truly international in its coverage, this edition includes more on authoritarian states as well as a much wider variety of country studies more generally.
Martin Harrop Bücher
The classic introduction to political science has been comprehensively updated for this new edition. Retaining the clarity of expression and breadth of coverage that has made it the introduction of choice for generations of students, it provides a lively and up-to-date account of the events and forces shaping politics in today's interconnected world. Thoroughly updated throughout, this new edition includes separate chapters on theoretical approaches and research strategies in political science, as well as increased coverage of security, media, culture, law and regulation. Carefully designed learning features illustrate the text throughout.
This thoroughly revised and updated tenth edition of a classic text in comparative politics, co-authored by John McCormick, introduces students to key concepts, approaches, and arguments for comparing political systems globally. The text analyzes government institutions and political cultures that influence and are influenced by political developments, providing detailed examinations of democracies and authoritarian regimes. It features a broader range of international case studies, with expanded coverage of Latin America and Africa, reflecting the emergence of new global powers. Supporting features enhance the learning experience, including: individual country profiles that spotlight various political systems, chapter previews, overviews, key arguments, discussion questions, and further reading to consolidate knowledge. New focus boxes offer deeper insights into critical issues discussed in the text, while key concepts are defined concisely throughout. This renowned text serves as an essential and accessible introduction to the study of comparative politics for political science students worldwide.