Starting from the observation that the European Union now possesses many of the attributes of modern political systems, Hix and Høyland take an innovative approach to analysing, researching and teaching the EU. Using the general theories of political science to understand how the EU works, this text covers each of the main processes in the EU political system - executive, legislative and judicial politics, public opinion, interest groups and democracy, and regulatory, monetary and foreign po...

Offering an unparalleled, sweeping survey of the political ideologies that have shaped our world, the seventh edition of Andrew Heywood's seminal undergraduate textbook continues to lead the way in guiding students through the political creeds and doctrines that have dominated politics past and present.

Human security refers in its broadest sense to the protection of individuals from harm. Human Security: Theory and Action explores the theory and application of concepts central to this notion of security. It examines the conceptual roots of human security, connecting its origins to its applications and challenges in war and peacetime.

With a unique focus on the evolving notion of responsibility for security, the text introduces the critical questions and priorities that underpin policies and...

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This is an exciting new edition of a core text that draws on a range of interwoven themes within the field of early childhood studies, clearly showing how these themes are reflected and played out in different contexts.

This textbook introduces state-of-the-art research in simple and accessible terms to make sense of populism as a major driving force of politics today. It is an essential companion for all undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in the empirical study of populism.

Understand everything you need to know about our democratic system—from the Constitution to present-day elections—with The Everything American Government Book.

If the confusion following the last presidential election is any indication, the average citizen knows precious little about the democratic system and the laws that affect their daily lives. The Everything American Government Book unravels the complexities of our democracy and provides you with the knowledge necessary to make the r...

Provides in-depth examination and insight into how candidates plan and execute advertising campaigns, how the media covers these campaigns, and how American voters are ultimately influenced by them.

“This handbook, for local party officers and other interested members, is an important new step … a valuable guide for the experienced and inexperienced alike.” Mark Pack, President of the Liberal Democrats & Caroline Pidgeon, Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group on the London Assembly

“a relevant, impactful and vital guide”, Toni Brodelle, Chair of the Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Candidates Association

This book is a practical handbook for building a Local Party – all the way ...

‘Degene die niet nadenkt over de toekomst is zeker afgeleid door zorgen dichtbij.’ – Confucius

Met onverwachte inkijkjes in het Nederlandse parlement, de kunst van de diplomatie en zijn persoonlijke tocht van de Sahara naar het Binnenhof schetst Sven Koopmans hoe ons buitenlandbeleid eruit moet zien om te kunnen overleven in de wereld van vandaag en morgen.

In dit boek van kleine verhalen en grote ideeën zoekt Koopmans naar de toekomst van Nederland in tijden van een assertief China, ...