This text provides a comprehensive introduction to political institutions, processes and issues. Historical, legal and psychological approaches are blended and the activities and processes of national government are related to the experiences of students. The book identifies the universal properties of the governing processes in all human societies, and explores the nature and consequences of variations in these processes among different nations. One of the new features of this edition is a discussion of the post-Cold War changes in world politics, and their likely future impact.

Governing: An Introduction to Political Science

Politics & Social Sciences

Ranney, Austin

Politics & Government

HOLT. RINEHART AND WINSTON

Governing: A Brief Introduction to Political Science

The Governing of Men

Dryden Press

<p>In a comprehensive introduction to political processes and concepts, Ranney introduces the methods and consequences of political and government systems as they apply to the readers' own life experiences. A popular classic in the field, the <i>Eighth Edition</i>, provides accurate, current information on all major government and political developments ranging from local concerns to the global economy. Defines and illustrates politics, policies and government procedures with a clear connection to individual citizen's lives. Explores political psychology, socialization and culture, and examines modern political ideologies. Examines the international political economy and the different efforts for global peace. For individuals with an interest in the political policies, concepts and methods of the United States and other countries, as well as, a reference for those who need to refresh their knowledge of political systems.</p>

Governing: An Introduction to Political Science (8th Edition)

Pearson College Div

This work provides up-to-date information on all major governmental and political developments. This edition retains the comprehensive scope of previous editions.

Prentice Hall College Div.

PRENTICE/HALL

Pathways to Parliament: Candidate Selection in Britain

Univ of Wisconsin

Curing the Mischiefs of Faction: Party Reform in America (Jefferson Memorial Lectures)

Univ. Of California Pr.

Madison's warning that the first objective of ... republican government must be ... "methods of curing the mischiefs of faction" provides the launching point for Ranney's review of the theory and practice of party reform in America. Focusing on ... 1820-1840, 1890-1920, and 1956-[1975], Ranney argues that party rules and procedures have never been politically neutral ...

Twelve Maidens

U. Cal. Press

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