Foundations of Comparative Politics: Democracies of the Modern World (Cambridge Textbooks in Comparative Politics) - Hardcover

Newton, Kenneth; Van Deth, Jan W.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1107131839 ISBN 13: 9781107131835

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2016

Synopsis

The new edition of this leading overview of comparative politics once again blends theory and evidence across democratic systems to provide unparalleled coverage. The student-friendly structure and clear, concise writing ensure that complex issues are clearly explained and students engage with the key theories. The third edition is updated throughout, with a new chapter, 'Public Spending and Public Policies', increased coverage of defective democracies, and revised coverage of e-democracy and the power of the media. The pedagogy is simplified with a focus on 'Briefings' and 'Controversies' that feature examples from across the globe, alongside clear key terms, 'What We Have Learned' and 'Lessons of Comparison' sections, and a wealth of online materials to complete a rich teaching and learning package.

About this title

About the Authors

Kenneth Newton is Emeritus Professor of Comparative Politics at the University of Southampton and a Visiting Professor at the WZB Berlin Social Science Center.

Jan W. van Deth is Professor of Political Science and International Comparative Social Research at the University of Mannheim.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1107131839
• ISBN 13: 9781107131835
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 468