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WHY POLITICS MATTERSfull-color, accessible introduction to Political Science. WHY POLITICS MATTERS follows a foundational approach to learning and gives readers a "big picture" of the field, examing Theory, Comparative Politics, including a look at the U.S. government, and International Relations. The authors approach the subject through a theme of theory and practice and emphasize why politics matters to the reader through current, global examples, encouraging critical thinking, discussion, and participation throughout the text.WHY POLITICS MATTERS is the first and only Introduction to Political Science book offering a fully integrated and customizable online reader, COURSEREADER, with a full slate of recommended primary source readings compiled by the authors. Each COURSEREADER selection is called-out in the text alongside the relevant discussion and is accompanied by critical thinking questions to help students apply the reading to their chapter lesson.
Contents
1. Why Politics Matters. Part I: POLITICAL THEORY.2. Ancient Political Theory.3. Modern Political Theory.4. The American Government.5. Democratic Systems of Government.6. Authoritarian Systems of Government.Part III: COMPARATIVE POLITICAL INSTITUTIONS.7. Comparing Legislatures.8. Comparing Executives.9. Comparing Judiciaries.Part IV: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS.10. Understanding International Relations: Terms and Theories.11. War, Diplomacy, and the Beginning of International Relations.12. The Cold War and Beyond: The Rise of The United States And The Emerging Global Order.Conclusion.
