The Challenge of Politics: An Introduction to Political Science - Softcover

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This textbook for an introductory course integrates four traditional subfields of political science: political theory, American government, comparative politics, and international relations. It encourages students to ask questions about how to create a more just society and how to balance the rights of the individual with the interests of society. Part I provides an introduction to political science, and Part II, on political philosophy and ideology, covers liberal democracy, democratic socialism and communism, and dictatorship and authoritarian states. Part III addresses comparative and world politics. Part IV invites students to apply the tools of political science to four policy areas: war and peace in the modern age, the battle for human rights, the struggle for economic well being, and ecological health. This third edition adds discussion of the George W. Bush administration, plus an expanded art program of b&w photos and illustrations. The redesigned companion web site contains chapter objectives and summaries, flashcards, quizzes, and links. Riemer was affiliated with Drew University. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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