
Politics in the Developing World
Oxford University Press
4th Edition
Published on 7. March 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
576 pages
978-0-19-966600-3 (ISBN)
Description
The fourth edition of this well-respected textbook explores the changing nature of politics in the developing world as the twenty-first century moves into its second decade. Thematic chapters examine theoretical approaches and the historical and economic context; society-state relations; structures and processes of governance, and conflict; and the evolution of policy, including human rights and the environment. The book concludes with a revised case study section that draws out central themes and comparisons between a wide range of developing countries from Indonesia and Iraq to Brazil and Guatemala. This new edition has been thoroughly updated to take account of developments including the aftermath of the financial crisis and the 'Arab spring' and includes new chapters on social movements and governance, as well as a new country case study on Brazil. Student learning and development is supported by a range of features including boxes, key points, glossary terms and end of chapter questions, while further reading guides and web links encourage study beyond the textbook.
The text is also supported by an Online Resource Centre with the following features: Four case studies: including a new case study on Syria Flashcard glossary Study questions Web links
The text is also supported by an Online Resource Centre with the following features: Four case studies: including a new case study on Syria Flashcard glossary Study questions Web links
Reviews / Votes
This book covers all relevant themes, approaches, and policy issues, and will be extremely useful for students in political science and development studies. Anne Mette Kjaer, Aarhus University The best first point of reference for students... it paves the way for fruitful contextual studies of major problems in comparative and theoretical perspective. Olle Trnuist, University of Oslo ... an eloquently written text by some of the leading international scholars currently working in the area. The book provides a theoretically-informed approach to understanding many of the major historical and contemporary issues impacting politics in the developing world. Bruce Wilson, University of Central Florida This classic textbook provides the discerning student with the best possible introduction to the politics experienced by the majority of the people of the world. Anthony Payne, University of SheffieldMore details
Edition
4th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 247 mm
Width: 190 mm
Thickness: 27 mm
Weight
940 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-966600-3 (9780199666003)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Professor Peter Burnell, Department of Politics and International Studies, University of Warwick Emeritus Professor Vicky Randall, Department of Government, University of Essex Professor Lise Rakner, Department of Comparative Politics, University of Bergen
Content
PART I APPROACHES AND GLOBAL CONTEXT; PART II SOCIETY AND STATE; PART III STATE AND SOCIETY; PART IV POLICY ISSUES; PART V REGIME CHANGE; PART VI FRAGILE VERSUS STRONG STATES; PART VII DEVELOPMENT AND HUMAN RIGHTS; PART VIII SOUTH-SOUTH RELATIONS