Katherine Smits
Applying Political Theory
- ISBN 13:
- 9781137426819
- author:
- Katherine Smits
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Palgrave 2nd Revised edition edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 15.7 x 1.8 x 23.6 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Government & Politics, Political Science & Ideology, Katherine Smits,Applying Political Theory,Palgrave,1137426810,Politics & Government: Textbooks & Study Guides,History & Theory,Political Science,Politics / Current E
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
This new edition of Applying Political Theory introduces the central elements of political theory from an applied perspective. It focuses on 12 high-profile contemporary social and political case studies, both domestic and global, to show how political theory illuminates and helps make sense of important debates in public life.
With a broader range of contemporary and historical thinkers drawn upon, this updated text takes recent important cases and controversies into account. A new chapter examines leaking classified information, providing a fresh perspective on the role of political theory in understanding complex issues.
Perfect for students looking to apply political theory to real-world problems, this textbook offers an engaging introduction to how theories can be used to solve the political questions of our time.