Readings in Political Science Selected and Edited (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Readings in Political Science offers a curated view of early 20th‑century political thought and theory. This edition, selected and edited by Raymond Garfield Gettell, gathers foundational essays and excerpts on the nature of the state, sovereignty, forms of government, and the growth of political ideas. It presents a structured progression from definitions and distinctions to the evolution of state power and classic theories, making it a useful reference for students and readers new to political science.

- Explore how scholars define the state and sovereignty, and see how ideas about power, law, and authority developed.
- Compare different forms of government, including presidential and parliamentary systems, centralized and coordinated structures, and unit vs. federal arrangements.
- Trace the history of political thought from antiquity through modern debates, with sections on the origin of the state, state evolution, and the role of constitutions.
- Examine how politics intersects with other fields like law, economics, and sociology, as part of a broader study of political life.

Ideal for readers of introductory political science, history students, and anyone seeking a broad, construction‑zone view of how political power and government have been analyzed through key writings.

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