Introduction to Politics and Society

Introduction to Politics and Society
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Publisher : SAGE
Total Pages : 286
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ISBN-10 : 9781446230350
ISBN-13 : 144623035X
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Book Synopsis Introduction to Politics and Society by : Shaun Best

Download or read book Introduction to Politics and Society written by Shaun Best and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2001-11-16 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction to Politics and Society comprehensively demonstrates how key theoretical and concepts in political science have foretold, rationalized and shaped politics in the contemporary world. Students will discover the meaning of `power′, `authority′, `coercion′, `surveillance′ and `legitimacy′. The ideas of Weber, Marx, Foucault, Bauman, Sennett, Habermas, Baudrillard and Giddens are explained with clarity and precision. Well-chosen examples, many from popular political culture illustrate the relevance of fundamental theoretical debates. This book also examines: - The central tendencies in the movement from modern to post-modern society - The significance, strengths and weaknesses of `Third Way′ politics - The decline of organized party politics - The development of new social movements Developed with an understanding of the requirements of students and lecturers, this book is an extraordinary resource for undergraduate teaching and study needs. It will be required reading for undergraduate students in sociology, politics and social policy.

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