Political Science: An Introduction, Global Edition

Explains the basics of political science Political Science: An Introduction, 13/e, provides a comprehensive and jargon-free introduction to the field's basic concepts and themes. It draws examples from the U.S. and other countries to introduce the entire field of political science to new readers. The authors stress how exciting politics can be, balancing practical and theoretical knowledge.PART I: THE BASES OF POLITICS Chapter 1: Politics and Political Science Chapter 2: Theories Chapter 3: Ideologies Chapter 4: States Chapter 5: Constitutions Chapter 6: Regimes PART II: POLITICAL ATTITUDES Chapter 7: Political Culture Chapter 8: Public Opinion PART III: POLITICAL INTERACTIONS Chapter 9: Political Communication Chapter 10: Interest Groups Chapter 11: Parties Chapter 12: Elections PART IV: POLITICAL INSTITUTIONS Chapter 13: Legislatures Chapter 14: Executives and Bureaucracies Chapter 15: Judiciaries PART VI: WHAT POLITICAL SYSTEMS DO Chapter 16: Political Economy Chapter 17: Political Violence Chapter 18: International Relations