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Comparative Politics: Approaches and Issues,New
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Beginning with an introduction to the field of comparative politics, this clear and complete text moves on to explore new, innovative directions in the field. Leading scholar Howard J. Wiarda explores its main approaches, including political development, political culture, dependency theory, corporatism, indigenous theories of change, statesociety relations, rational choice, and the new institutionalism.Wiarda addresses many hot issues in the field: Can democracy and human rights be transplanted from one culture to another? Is civil society exportable? What works in the effort to develop the poorer nations and what doesn't? Where are we headed with such frontier research issues as comparative environmental policy, women's rights, and gay rights?The book concludes with a stimulating discussion of whether the great systems debates of the past (socialism vs. capitalism, democracy vs. authoritarianism) are now over and points to some of the next important study and research frontiers. Students, professors, and general readers will all find Comparative Politics current, provocative, and well writtena truly balanced overview.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Comparative Politics: Approaches and Issues'? A: The book focuses on the field of comparative politics, exploring its main approaches such as political development, political culture, and state-society relations, while also addressing contemporary issues like democracy and human rights.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Howard J. Wiarda, a leading scholar affiliated with the University of Georgia.
- Q: What kind of condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', ensuring that it is still usable and readable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 306 pages.
- Q: When was 'Comparative Politics: Approaches and Issues' published? A: The book was published on December 28, 2006.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What topics does the book cover regarding civil society? A: The book discusses the exportability of civil society and its implications for developing nations, offering insights into what works and what does not.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, the book is suitable for students, professors, and general readers interested in contemporary issues in comparative politics.
- Q: What are some of the innovative directions explored in the book? A: The book explores innovative directions such as comparative environmental policy, women's rights, and gay rights.
- Q: Does the book discuss historical political debates? A: Yes, it concludes with a discussion on whether the major political debates of the past, such as socialism vs. capitalism, are still relevant.