UNDERSTANDING COMPARATIVE POLITICS: THEN & NOW - Hardcover

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Understanding Comparative Then & Now is a distinctive text that critically assesses contemporary and historical methods in comparative politics. This field has evolved from a state-focused, descriptive analysis to a more theoretically varied, methodologically advanced, and globally oriented discipline, deepening our understanding of political phenomena in an interconnected world. This academic endeavor offers a concise overview of various modern methodologies used in Comparative Politics, its evolution, debates about the nature of the state, perspectives on state, democratic and authoritarian regimes, globalization's impact on state sovereignty, analysis of constitution and constitutionalism, party and electoral systems, and the concept of Consociationalism. It provides a comprehensive understanding of political trends, concepts, and exposure to politics across various nations, introducing students to key field debates. It explores how interests, identities, and institutions shape a nation's politics and offers a comprehensive understanding of complex global politics in an easy-to-follow style. The aim is not to create a new paradigm in comparative politics but to provide direction for a developing analytical framework that investigates politics within diverse national, political, social, and cultural contexts. The book is an accessible resource for students and those interested in gaining core knowledge of political science in today's changing global order.

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