Popis knihy

* Exceptionally readable approach emphasizes vocabulary, definitions, and basic concepts. This allows students to quickly master the basic terminology and concepts, preparing them to go on to any higher-level political science course. * Coverage of the entire field of political science from why governments exist to international relations. This provides students with a solid foundation for the entire field and a basis upon whichto determine future study in political science. * An eclectic approach avoids emphasizing any single theory, conceptual framework, or paradigm as the key to political science. Students are exposed to many ways of thinking, giving them a well-rounded perspective * Students are encouraged to view all theories as attempts rather than proven law. Students learn to become critical thinkers who do not accept theories unconditionally. * A wide range of examples, including both U.S. and comparative examples, areused to illustrate theoretical points and demonstrate to students that politics is interesting and relevant.