Foundations of Comparative Politics
Democracies of the Modern World
Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science, International, Foreign Legal Systems
| Author: | Kenneth Newton, Jan W. van Deth | ISBN: | 9781316552063 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press | Publication: | May 12, 2016 |
| Imprint: | Cambridge University Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Kenneth Newton, Jan W. van Deth |
| ISBN: | 9781316552063 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Publication: | May 12, 2016 |
| Imprint: | Cambridge University Press |
| Language: | English |
The new edition of this leading overview of comparative politics once again blends theory and evidence across democratic systems to provide unparalleled coverage. The student-friendly structure and clear, concise writing ensure that complex issues are clearly explained and students engage with the key theories. The third edition is updated throughout, with a new chapter, 'Public Spending and Public Policies', increased coverage of defective democracies, and revised coverage of e-democracy and the power of the media. The pedagogy is simplified with a focus on 'Briefings' and 'Controversies' that feature examples from across the globe, alongside clear key terms, 'What We Have Learned' and 'Lessons of Comparison' sections, and a wealth of online materials to complete a rich teaching and learning package.
The new edition of this leading overview of comparative politics once again blends theory and evidence across democratic systems to provide unparalleled coverage. The student-friendly structure and clear, concise writing ensure that complex issues are clearly explained and students engage with the key theories. The third edition is updated throughout, with a new chapter, 'Public Spending and Public Policies', increased coverage of defective democracies, and revised coverage of e-democracy and the power of the media. The pedagogy is simplified with a focus on 'Briefings' and 'Controversies' that feature examples from across the globe, alongside clear key terms, 'What We Have Learned' and 'Lessons of Comparison' sections, and a wealth of online materials to complete a rich teaching and learning package.
