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Politics: Why It Matters by Andrew Gamble Politics has the power to shape our world and bring about positive change. Yet, it's often overlooked in favour of its negative aspects. Without politics, we...

The Politics of Breastfeeding Matters by Gabrielle Palmer is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex forces that shape infant feeding choices. First published in 1988, this influential book...

Jane Bennett's Vibrant Matter: A Political Ecology of Things explores the idea that political theory should consider the active participation of nonhuman forces in events. Bennett argues that a...

Politics in the 21st century faces a crisis as profound social changes have made governance and political leadership more challenging than ever. This revised edition of Why Politics Matters...

Sanford Schram and Brian Caterino bring together prominent scholars to discuss the state of Political Science, with a focus on reinvigorating the discipline by connecting it to present-day political...

Why Human Nature Matters explores the complex relationship between human nature and social and political change. Matteo Mameli argues that both factors shape each other, offering new tools for...

Defending Politics: Why Democracy Matters in the 21st Century by Matthew FlindersThis book offers an honest account of why democratic politics matters and why we need to reject the arguments of those...

Halal Matters: Exploring Islam, Politics and Markets in Global Perspective This book examines the complex role of halal in modern markets, where politics, power, and ethics intersect. From production...

Dark Matter: Art and Politics in the Age of Enterprise Culture by Gregory Sholette explores the often-overlooked world of alternative art. This book reveals how artists operating outside the...

Rhino Learns to Be Polite is a charming story about the importance of good manners. Rhino doesn't always have the nicest behaviour, especially at mealtimes, and this affects his friendships. It's...

Discover how politics affects your daily life and how you can get involved. Alastair Campbell, a writer, podcaster, and strategist, explains the importance of politics in a way that's easy to...

Out of the Running: Why Millennials Reject Political Careers and Why It MattersThis book offers an inside look at why millennials are rejecting careers in politics, and what this means for the future...

Charles Krauthammer's Things That Matter offers a unique perspective on politics and government, as well as personal reflections on life and culture. This collection of essays showcases Krauthammer's...

Claiming Value: The Politics of Priority from Aristotle to Black Lives Matter explores how value is theorized and its impact on power and privilege. Alena Wolflink examines the tension between...

The Panthers Can't Save Us Now: Debating Left Politics and Black Lives Matter Cedric Johnson's thought-provoking work revisits a debate that emerged during the early days of the Black Lives Matter...

This comprehensive study brings together leading international scholars to examine the impact of political campaigns on elections and referendums. Covering North America, Europe, and Australasia, the...

Clare Hemmings examines the narratives that make up feminist accounts of recent Western feminist theory, highlighting their ethical and political dilemmas. She argues that these narratives construct...

Media Matters: A rich examination of how cultural meaning is negotiated in American popular culture, this book takes us to the heart of social inequality and the call for social justice. John Fiske's...

Media Concentration and Democracy: Why Ownership Matters by C. Edwin Baker explores the relationship between media ownership and democratic values. The author argues that a more dispersed...

Stacey A. Langwick's ethnography explores the complex relationship between African healing practices and medical science in Tanzania. She examines how healers address challenging illnesses, such as...

Since the 1960s, American public policy has become more conservative. However, this shift in policy doesn't seem to have matched the changing views of the American public. Why is there this...

What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don't is a comprehensive guide to understanding the issues that shape American politics. Jessamyn Conrad breaks down complex topics into clear,...

Police Matters: The Everyday State and Caste Politics in South India, 1900-1975 by Radha Kumar This book explores the complex relationship between the police and caste in rural Tamil Nadu during the...

A comprehensive history of censorship in modern Britain spans from Victorian lawmakers to Margaret Thatcher. Christopher Hilliard explores how the law on obscenity evolved alongside changing British...

What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don't is a comprehensive guide to understanding the issues that shape American politics. Jessamyn Conrad breaks down complex topics into clear,...

What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don't is a comprehensive guide to understanding the issues that shape American politics. Jessamyn Conrad breaks down complex topics into clear,...

Nation-building is often viewed with skepticism, but its importance cannot be overstated. Without functioning states, international security and stability are severely compromised. In fact,...

Why Cicero Matters offers a fresh perspective on the enduring impact of Roman philosopher and statesman Marcus Tullius Cicero. His influence extends far beyond his own time, shaping humanitarianism,...

Animacies: A Groundbreaking Exploration of Matter and Culture Mel Y. Chen's groundbreaking book examines how matter that is considered insensate, immobile, or deathly animates cultural lives. Chen...

Why Cicero Matters offers a fresh perspective on the enduring impact of Roman philosopher and statesman Marcus Tullius Cicero. Despite his significant influence on humanitarianism, the Enlightenment,...

Why Iris Murdoch Matters offers a fresh perspective on the life and work of one of the 20th century's most important thinkers. Gary Browning draws on previously unpublished archival material to shed...

The study of Greek and Latin was once used to train the elites of the western world. It was believed that knowledge of classical culture produced more cultivated and creative individuals, with Greece...

Anthropology Why It Matters by Tim Ingold explores how this field of study can help address some of the world's most pressing issues. In this passionately argued book, Ingold shows why anthropology...

The 1990s: A Decade that Still Matters Today Terry Anderson's Why the Nineties Matter provides a broad-ranging history of America in the 1990s, focusing on key trends that have had lasting effects...

Theology and Religion: Why It Matters by Graham Ward The study of theology and religion is essential for understanding our world and ourselves. By exploring these subjects, we can gain insights into...

This 1993 book by John Gerard Ruggie explores the concept of multilateralism and its significance in international relations. The author examines the theory and practice of institutional forms,...

Politics and the Concept of the Political explores how key thinkers have understood the value and significance of politics in their work. From Max Weber to Hannah Arendt, Carl Schmitt to Ernesto...

Animals and Why They Matter is a thought-provoking exploration of the barriers that have divided human beings from animals. Mary Midgley examines how our philosophical traditions have shaped our...

Sports are arenas of immense power and mass appeal. Yet, many have abandoned them as a legitimate site of contestation and innovation. In "One Game at a Time", Matt Hern makes an impassioned plea for...

Politics Is... offers an accessible introduction to politics by breaking down topics into digestible sections. This engaging guide uses bright visuals alongside clear text to explore the big ideas...

Mae and Gerty and the Matter with Matter by Elaine Vickers is a humorous and heartfelt introduction to the science of matter. Mae learns that science is all about asking questions and trying new...

AQA A-Level Politics: Government and Politics of the UK, Government and Politics of the USA and Comparative PoliticsThis textbook provides in-depth analysis of contemporary issues and the latest...

Gillian Laub's Family Matters presents a powerful exploration of family dynamics and social divisions. Through her photographs, Laub examines how personal relationships are affected by broader...

How Social Movements (Sometimes) Matter explores how ordinary individuals can affect the world and what makes it possible when they succeed. David S. Meyer examines the origins of social movements,...

A groundbreaking collection of essays that challenges the dominant progressive politics of our time. Adolph Reed, Jr. and Walter Benn Michaels argue that the emphasis on racial disparities distracts...

For A Level Politics students, this comprehensive textbook provides a thorough guide to the UK Government and Politics, Political Ideas, and Global Politics specification. The book covers all core...

Hannah Arendt's thought remains profoundly relevant to our contemporary world. Her work continues to illuminate issues such as totalitarianism, terrorism, globalization, war, and "radical evil."...

Family Matters: The Importance of Mattering to Family in Adolescence by Gregory C. Elliott explores the relationship between adolescents' sense of mattering and their behavior. Mattering is defined...

Sinéad O'Connor's music and activism have been the subject of much debate and misunderstanding. This book offers a fresh perspective on her life and career, arguing that she has been repeatedly...

The car and its cultural significance play a crucial role in shaping our relationship with the environment. To understand how to move towards sustainability, it is essential to examine the underlying...

Political Management: A New Approach to Governance and Politics Jennifer Lees-Marshment explores the core tools for managing government, campaigns, and parties. This comprehensive guide combines...

Dark Matters On the Surveillance of Blackness by Simone Browne explores how surveillance is practiced and resisted in relation to blackness. By examining historical and contemporary practices,...

What Matters? Talking Value in Australian Culture by Julian Meyrick, Robert Phiddian and Tully Barnett explores the challenges of valuing culture in contemporary society. The authors argue that our...

Political technology has become a global phenomenon, transforming politics into a sophisticated form of engineering. This process has been adopted by various countries, including Russia and Hungary,...

Political Theory and the Displacement of Politics by Bonnie Honig is a foundational text in the field of agonism, which redefines political contestation as an essential aspect of democratic life. In...

Anthropology Why It Matters by Tim Ingold explores the relevance of anthropology in addressing pressing global issues. In this passionately argued book, Ingold shows how a field of study once...

David Hesmondhalgh's 'Why Music Matters' explores the role of music in our lives and its social and political significance in modern societies. By drawing on both popular and academic talk about a...

The American Political Economy: Politics, Markets, and Power This volume brings together leading political scientists to explore the distinctive features of the American political economy. It...

The Politics of Northern Ireland by Joanne McEvoy provides an in-depth analysis of the complex and evolving political landscape of Northern Ireland. This comprehensive guide synthesises recent...

The Pearson Edexcel a Level Politics 2nd Edition: UK Government and Politics, Political Ideas and Us Government and Politics textbook provides a comprehensive overview of core and non-core political...

Stuart Sim explores the political focus of Jean François Lyotard, a key figure in poststructuralist and postmodernist thought. Lyotard's pragmatism offers a framework for political theory and action...

The media plays a profound role in shaping our world. From television bulletins to social media newsfeeds, it has become an integral part of how we live and interact with one another. Nick Couldry...

This book offers new insights into how politicians shape education policy and reform. A case study reveals the complex relationship between politics, policy, and process in large-scale system...

Theodor W. Adorno and the Political by Espen Hammer provides a fresh analysis of the philosopher's work, exploring its political implications and relevance to various fields. Hammer examines Adorno's...

Envy in Politics by Gwyneth H. McClendon explores how our desire for status within groups influences politics. Drawing on insights from political philosophy, behavioral economics, psychology, and...

Political Science Is for Everybody: An Introduction to Political ScienceThis textbook offers an intersectional approach to introductory political science courses, highlighting the importance of...

Judith N. Shklar's Political Thought and Political Thinkers is a collection of essays that sheds light on her significant contribution to liberal theory over the last two decades. This second volume,...

Violence and Political Theory by Elizabeth Frazer and Kimberley Hutchings explores how political theorists have addressed the complex relationship between violence and politics. The authors examine...

The Politics of Juridification by Mariano Croce offers a nuanced exploration of how politics is influenced by the growing role of judicial bodies in Western societies. This timely contribution to...

George Orwell's critical essays on politics and literature, featuring 'Politics vs. Literature: An Examination of Gulliver's Travels' and 'Politics and the English Language', are now available in a...

Does Every Child Matter? Understanding New Labour's Social Reforms by Catherine A. Simon and Stephen Ward provides a critical analysis of the Government's policy agenda, examining its underlying aims...

Reinhold Niebuhr's ideas continue to inform contemporary thought and politics. A leading social theorist explores why interest in his work is rising and how he provides answers to pressing questions...

This collection brings together previously unpublished letters from three remarkable women: Lilian Ngoyi, Bessie Head, and Dora Taylor. Their ordinary lives are revealed alongside their struggles...

The Tragedy of Political Science Politics, Scholarship, and Democracy by David M. Ricci is a comprehensive review and critique of the development of political science as an academic discipline in...

Michael Oakeshott's seminal work explores the foundations of modern politics. In this thought-provoking study, he examines two dominant perspectives that have shaped our understanding of governance:...

Unspoken Politics: Exploring Implicit Attitudes and Political Thinking This book delves into the world of implicit attitudes, revealing how they shape our political thinking and influence public...

This book explores why understanding the past matters in shaping our present and future. Lynn Hunt argues that history is essential for fostering humility, critical thinking, and openness to other...

Julia Kristeva's work has had a profound impact on 20th-century thought, but its political implications have remained largely unexplored. This book provides a comprehensive examination of Kristeva's...

History lies beneath our feet and in the landscapes around us. In contrast to the history that comes from studying texts, archaeology is the study of history through objects, monuments, and other...

The Cinematic Political Film Composition as Political Theory by Michael J. Shapiro is an innovative exploration of the intersection between film and political theory. This book stages a series of...

The Politics of Misinformation examines how concentrations of power influence public discourse in politics. This leads to vague and misleading language that denies undemocratic tendencies, resulting...

Democracy: All That Matters by Steven BellerThis concise book explores the current state of democracy, tracing its origins and history to examine its core characteristics, problems, and potential...

Radical Chains: Why Class Matters challenges the notion that class is no longer relevant in modern society. In fact, it argues that denial of class is a deliberate strategy to maintain the status quo...

Aristotle's Politics explores the nature of communities and states, arguing that all human societies are established with a view to achieving some good. In this treatise, Aristotle examines the ideal...

The media plays a profound role in shaping our world, influencing how we live and interact with one another. From television bulletins to social media newsfeeds, the media has become an integral part...

Alana Lentin argues that society is in urgent need of developing the skills of racial literacy. She contends that race critical scholarship can help us understand how and why race matters, even when...

Understanding our surroundings has been fundamental to human survival since we first sketched primitive maps. Studying geography has revealed much about the earth, helped us appreciate its diversity,...

Kant's Political Writings offers a comprehensive collection of Immanuel Kant's key works on politics and history. First published in 1970, this edition has been widely regarded as the principal...

Matter Matters: End of Life Reflections on Paganism is a comprehensive exploration of one of the world's oldest religious movements. This thought-provoking book delves into the common practices,...

Migration and Political Theory by Gillian Brock explores the complex issues surrounding human movement across the globe. In this book, Brock examines the historical, empirical, and normative context...

Since the 1960s, the writing of history has undergone two significant transformations. The social history wave, driven by Marxism and materialist sociologies, introduced the value of social...

The Embodiment of Meaning: Why Matter Matters for Cognition and Experience by Farid Zahnoun presents a comprehensive argument against functionalism and other dematerialized theories of mind.Zahnoun's...

Exploring the intersection of biology and politics, Man Is by Nature a Political Animal brings together diverse contributors to examine how evolutionary theory informs analyses of political behavior...

The Politics of the European Union by Herman Lelieveldt and Sebastiaan Princen provides a comprehensive introduction to the functioning of the European Union. This fully revised and updated third...

Agamben and Politics: A Critical Introduction by Sergei Prozorov provides a systematic exploration of Giorgio Agamben's political thought. This book delves into the concept of inoperativity, which...

Foucault and Politics: A Critical IntroductionThis book provides a clear and critical account of Michel Foucault's political thought, exploring its key concepts and their ongoing influence. Drawing...

The relevance of political science in contemporary democracies is a topic of ongoing debate. This collection of essays from leading scholars offers a robust defence of the achievements of political...

War and Political Theory by Brian Orend explores the fundamental moral and political questions raised by warfare in our increasingly conflict-ridden world. The book examines the core disputes and...

Lorna Finlayson's thought-provoking book challenges the notion that political philosophy is inherently neutral. By examining specific debates and arguments, Finlayson reveals how certain...

A Glossary of UK Government and Politics by Duncan Watts provides authoritative definitions and explanations of key terms and concepts in British government and politics. This reference guide is...