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Political Concepts

A Reader and Guide

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This major textbook serves as both an introduction and a collection of key readings on twenty essential political concepts. It combines original essays that survey ongoing debates with contemporary primary literature, making it an ideal resource for a variety of political studies courses. The text reflects the broad scope of politics and political philosophy, emphasizing current debates and emerging trends related to the concepts that help us navigate the political landscape. The original essays and selected readings provide a comprehensive introduction to the most dynamic and contested areas of political studies, appealing to anyone interested in the pressing issues of contemporary political life. Key concepts explored include Civil Society, Liberty, Power, Equality, Human Nature, Rights, Community, Democracy, The Nation, Representation, Globalisation, Toleration, Ideology, Multiculturalism, Discourse, The State, Difference, The Rule of Law, and The Body Politic. Key features include a unique combination of reader and guide, coverage of core concepts in Politics courses, extensive introductions and influential primary readings, an original contribution from the editor on the multidimensional nature of political concepts, and a comprehensive bibliography for further research. Each section is designed to help students connect various topics effectively.

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Political Concepts, Iain M. Mackenzie

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Pubblicato
2005
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Sottotitolo
A Reader and Guide
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2005
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
704
ISBN10
0748616780
ISBN13
9780748616787
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Descrizione
This major textbook serves as both an introduction and a collection of key readings on twenty essential political concepts. It combines original essays that survey ongoing debates with contemporary primary literature, making it an ideal resource for a variety of political studies courses. The text reflects the broad scope of politics and political philosophy, emphasizing current debates and emerging trends related to the concepts that help us navigate the political landscape. The original essays and selected readings provide a comprehensive introduction to the most dynamic and contested areas of political studies, appealing to anyone interested in the pressing issues of contemporary political life. Key concepts explored include Civil Society, Liberty, Power, Equality, Human Nature, Rights, Community, Democracy, The Nation, Representation, Globalisation, Toleration, Ideology, Multiculturalism, Discourse, The State, Difference, The Rule of Law, and The Body Politic. Key features include a unique combination of reader and guide, coverage of core concepts in Politics courses, extensive introductions and influential primary readings, an original contribution from the editor on the multidimensional nature of political concepts, and a comprehensive bibliography for further research. Each section is designed to help students connect various topics effectively.