Political Science An Introduction

For courses in Introduction to Political Science.

Explore the Fundamentals of Political Science

Political Science: An Introduction shows readers how the fundamental tenets of political science have helped important leaders make critical decisions for centuries. The authors present a balance of theoretical abstractions and applied reasoning to help readers understand how to make calm, rational choices when it comes to political manipulation.

The Fourteenth Edition asks readers to explore the controversial topic of exported democracy, and whether certain countries are ready and equipped to apply our form of government. By examining issues such as the Iraq war and the difficulty of adapting our own democracy in the U.S., the text prompts readers to form their own opinions about democracy and political science. Geared toward those learning about the topic for the first time, the authors encourage readers to consider different paradigms, viewpoints, and theories when developing  their own political views.

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Political Science: An Introduction, Fourteenth Edition is also available via REVEL ™, an interactive learning environment that enables readers to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience.

Part I: The Bases of Politics

1. Politics and Political Science 

2. Political Ideologies  

3. States  

4. Constitutions and Rights

5. Regimes 

Part II: Political Attitudes 

6. Political Culture 

7. Public Opinion  

Part III: Political Interactions  

8. Political Communication  

9. Interest Groups  

10. Parties  

11. Elections  

Part IV: Political Institutions  

12. Legislatures  

13. Executives and Bureaucracies  

14. Judiciaries  

Part V: What Political Systems Do  

15. Political Economy

16. Violence and Revolution  

17. International Relations 

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