The Challenge of Politics: An Introduction to Political Science
The Challenge of Politics: An Introduction to Political Science offers a comprehensive exploration of the field by balancing the moral, empirical, and prudential dimensions of politics. This updated Sixth Edition enables students to see how various subfields of political science converge around fundamental questions, such as how to articulate a view of the good political life and how to develop a science of politics that explains empirical realities. By blending classic and contemporary theory with modern empirical study, the book provides the analytical tools necessary to understand the impact of ideology, recognize major forms of government, and evaluate how policy issues affect daily life.
This edition includes critical updates on the 2016 presidential elections, the growing influence of social media in the political arena, and an expanded discussion on the rise of global populist movements. It serves as an essential guide for students to bring political wisdom to bear on judgments about public issues while examining the significant political phenomena that shape our world.
Book Details & Metadata:
- Full Title: The Challenge of Politics: An Introduction to Political Science
- Author: Douglas W. Simon
- Edition: 6th Edition
- Publisher: CQ Press
- Publication Date: January 22, 2019
- ISBN-10: 1544305966
- ISBN-13: 978-1544305967