Issues in Political Theory
3rd Edition
Published on 18. December 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
392 pages
978-0-19-968043-6 (ISBN)
Description
Issues in Political Theory provides a stimulating introduction to some of the key concepts, thinkers, and texts in political theory. Extended case studies at the end of each chapter show students how to examine a key political issue in light of the concepts explored in the chapter, while a range of additional learning features help students to check and develop their understanding, and approach learning materials beyond the text book.
Clearly written chapters have been brought up to date with contemporary issues and literature, and the third edition introduces a new chapter on crime and punishment, and one on power, as well as a rewritten chapter on war and intervention. A number of engaging new cases are featured in the text to demonstrate how theory can be used to examine important political issues.
The title is supported by an Online Resource Centre with additional case studies to build students' confidence in using theory to shed light on key issues, and a suite of class activities/exercises and essay questions to provide lecturers with additional teaching materials.
Clearly written chapters have been brought up to date with contemporary issues and literature, and the third edition introduces a new chapter on crime and punishment, and one on power, as well as a rewritten chapter on war and intervention. A number of engaging new cases are featured in the text to demonstrate how theory can be used to examine important political issues.
The title is supported by an Online Resource Centre with additional case studies to build students' confidence in using theory to shed light on key issues, and a suite of class activities/exercises and essay questions to provide lecturers with additional teaching materials.
Reviews / Votes
This volume is an impressive contribution to the study, teaching, and practical application of political theory. The topics are central and important for all of us, and the detailed case studies will enable students to see political theories in action - and to use theories themselves * Debra Satz, Marta Sutton Weeks Professor of Ethics in Society, Professor of Philosophy and, by courtesy, Political Science Senior Associate Dean for the Humanities and Arts, Stanford University * Issues in Political Theory provides a comprehensive introduction to the most important topics in contemporary political theory and explores debates at the cutting edge of the field. It provides an account of what is currency going on in the field by the people who are moving it forward. Students are very lucky to have this book. * Darrel Moellendorf, Professor of International Political Theoru and Professor of Philosophy, Goethe University-Frankfurt *More details
Edition
3rd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 247 mm
Width: 190 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
740 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-968043-6 (9780199680436)
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Catriona McKinnon | Robert Jubb | Patrick Tomlin
Issues in Political Theory
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03/2019
4th Edition
Oxford University Press
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Person
Catriona McKinnon is Professor at the Department of Politics and International Relations, University of Reading.
Content
Introduction ; 1. Political authority and obligation ; 2. Liberty ; 3. Toleration ; 4. Democracy ; 5. Equality and social justice ; 6. Crime and punishment ; 7. Multiculturalism ; 8. Human rights ; 9. Global justice ; 10. War and intervention ; 11. Environment ; 12. Gender ; 13. Generations ; 14. Power