Political Science Essentials
Erschienen am 1. Januar 2013
137 Seiten
978-0-7386-7110-9 (ISBN)
Beschreibung
REA's Essentials provide quick and easy access to critical information in a variety of different fields, ranging from the most basic to the most advanced. As its name implies, these concise, comprehensive study guides summarize the essentials of the field covered. Essentials are helpful when preparing for exams, doing homework and will remain a lasting reference source for students, teachers, and professionals. Political Science covers the major political developments that have shaped the American government today. Includes ancient theories such as Secularism, and modern theories such as Marxism. This book also explains the principles of the constitution and the structure of the American judicial system. Also reviews international relations such as international law and foreign policies. An excellent source book for political studies.
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Inhalt
- Intro
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- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- What REA's Essentials® Will Do for You
- Table of Contents
- CHAPTER 1 - Introduction to Political Science
- 1.1 Definitions
- 1.2 Principal Subfields of Political Science
- 1.3 The Development of the Discipline of Political Science
- 1.4 The Scientific Method of Research in Political Science
- CHAPTER 2 - Political Theory
- 2.1 Ancient Greek Theorists (mid 400s - late 300s BC)
- 2.2 The Christian Scholars
- 2.3 Secularism
- 2.4 Theorists of the Enlightenment
- 2.5 Early Modern Political Thinkers
- 2.6 Products of the Eighteenth Century Revolutions
- 2.7 Romantics and Idealists
- 2.8 The Utilitarians
- 2.9 The Aristocratic Conservatives
- 2.10 The Nationalists
- 2.11 Social Darwinists
- 2.12 Marxists, Socialists, and Anarchists
- 2.13 Twentieth Century Economic and Social Theorists
- CHAPTER 3 - United States Government and Politics
- 3.1 Constitutional Foundations
- 3.2 Structure and Functions of the National Government
- 3.3 Political Beliefs and Characteristics of Citizens
- 3.4 Political Institutions and Special Interests
- 3.5 Civil Rights and Individual Liberties
- CHAPTER 4 - Comparative Government and Politics
- 4.1 Theoretical Frameworks for Government Structures, Functions, and Political Culture
- 4.2 Government and Politics in the United Kingdom (Britain)
- 4.3 Government and Politics in France
- 4.4 Government and Politics in the Former Soviet Union (Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States)
- 4.5 Government and Politics in the People's Republic of China
- CHAPTER 5 - International Relations
- 5.1 The Theoretical Framework
- 5.2 Foreign Policy Perspective
- 5.3 The Modern Global System
- 5.4 International Law
- MAXnotes®
