Comparative Politics Today: A World View

For courses in Introduction to Comparative Politics Sets the standard for introducing the field of comparative politics This text begins by laying out a proven analytical framework that is accessible for students new to the field. The framework is then consistently implemented in twelve authoritative country cases, not only to introduce students to what politics and governments are like around the world but to also understand the importance of their similarities and differences. Written by leading comparativists and area study specialists, Comparative Politics Today helps to sort through the world's complexity and to recognize patterns that lead to genuine political insight. MyPoliSciLab is not included. Students, if MyPoliSciLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MyPoliSciLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. MyPoliSciLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.I. Introduction 1. Issues in Comparative Politics 2. Comparing Political Systems II. System, Process, and Policy 3. Political Culture and Political Socialization 4. Interest Articulation 5. Interest Aggregation and Political Parties 6. Government and Policymaking 7. Public Policy III. Country Studies 8. Politics in Britain by Richard Rose 9. Politics in France by Martin A. Schain 10. Politics in Germany by Russell J. Dalton 11. Politics in Japan by Frances Rosenbluth and Michael F. Thies 12. Politics in Russia by Thomas F. Remington 13. Politics in China by Melanie Manion 14. Politics in Mexico by Wayne A. Cornelius and Jeffrey A. Weldon 15. Politics in Brazil by Frances Hagopian 16. Politics in Iran by H.E. Chehabi and Arang Keshavarzian 17. Politics in India by Subrata K. Mitra 18. Politics in Nigeria by Robert J. Mundt, Oladimeji Aborisade, and A. Carl LeVan 19. Politics in the United States by Austin Ranney and Thad Kousser