Comparative Government and Politics
An Introduction
10th Edition
Published on 3. March 2016
Book
Paperback/Softback
384 pages
978-1-137-52836-0 (ISBN)
Description
This tenth edition has been thoroughly revised and updated and sees the addition of a new co-author. Retaining its characteristic clarity of expression and breadth of coverage, it provides a lively account and explanation of the variety of political systems around the world.
Reviews / Votes
'This latest edition lives up to the high expectations created by its predecessors and remains top of the list for comprehensiveness and accessibility. The discussion of theories, concepts, and typologies is well supported by cases and examples of recent political developments.' - Rudy Andweg, Leiden University, the Netherlands. "Once again (and now with John McCormick on board) this classic introductory comparative politics text manages to stay relevant, accessible and contemporary. It remains the key text for students new to comparative politics, mixing theoretical clarity with expert country case studies throughout." - Mark Bennister, Canterbury Christchurch University, UK "This is one of, if not the, most comprehensive introductory comparative textbook(s) currently on the market, and this new edition retains all of the strongest features of previous editions." - James Allan, Wittenberg University, USAMore details
Series
Edition
10th ed. 2016
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
384 p.
Dimensions
Height: 23.5 cm
Width: 15.5 cm
ISBN-13
978-1-137-52836-0 (9781137528360)
DOI
10.1007/978-1-137-52838-4
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Book
03/2016
10th Edition
Red Globe Press
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Persons
John McCormick is Professor of Political Science, Indiana University, Indianapolis, USA, and is author of a number of Red Globe Press's bestselling books in politics, including Comparative Government and Politics (with Rod Hague and Martin Harrop), Understanding the European Union and European Union Politics.
Content
Preface.- 1. Key Concepts.- 2. The State.- 3. Democratic Rule.- 4. Authoritarian Rule.- 5. Theoretical Approaches.- 6. Comparing Government and Politics.- 7. Constitutions and Court.- 8. Legislatures.- 9. Executives.- 10. Bureaucracies.- 11. Sub-national Government.- 12. Political Culture.- 13. Political Participation.- 14. Political Communication.- 15. Political Parties.- 16. Elections.- 17. Voters.- 18. Interest Groups.- 19. Public Policy