With a focus on real-world problems and debates, Issues in Political Theory is the clearest and most engaging introduction to political theory and how it is applied to address a range of global challenges. Its team of expert contributors introduce students to important concepts, key thinkers, and major texts in political theory, while extended case studies at the end of each chapter show students how to apply theoretical ideas to real contemporary issues and debates. The text is supported by online resources, which include additional case studies intended to give students confidence in using theory to shed light on key issues, and a range of additional teaching and learning resources.
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With a focus on real-world issues and an extensive range of thought-provoking case studies, Issues in Political Theory provides the clearest, most engaging introduction to political theory and how it is applied to address the most important issues confronting the world today.
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Introduction Robert Jubb, Catriona McKinnon, and Patrick TomlinPolitical Obligation Keith HyamsLiberty Ian CarterCrime and Punishment Massimo RenzoDemocracy Thomas ChristianoPower David OwenEquality and Social Justice Jonathan WolffToleration Anna Elisabetta GaleottiMulticulturalism Monica MookherjeeGender Clare ChambersGlobal Poverty Zofia StemplowskaHuman Rights Tom CampbellSovereignty and Borders Sarah FineWar and Intervention Helen FroweThe Environment Simon Caney
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The best introduction to the study of political theory... It provides a clear, concise, and structured introduction to the most important themes and debates in the field, and proposes a wide palate of concepts and approaches to reflect the diversity of political theory.
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"The best introduction to the study of political theory... It provides a clear, concise, and structured introduction to the most important themes and debates in the field, and proposes a wide palette of concepts and approaches to reflect the diversity of political theory." - Charles Devellennes, Kent University "Engagingly written, attractive in its format and presentation, and provides a good balance between real-world issues and introductory political theory." - Stephen Winter, University of Auckland
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780198784067
Publisert
2019
Utgave
4. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Oxford University Press
Vekt
612 gr
Høyde
248 mm
Bredde
190 mm
Dybde
18 mm
Aldersnivå
U, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
360

Biographical note

Catriona McKinnon is Professor of Political Theory at the University of Reading. Robert Jubb is Associate Professor in Political Philosophy at the University of Reading. Patrick Tomlin is Reader in Philosophy at the University of Warwick.