A Dictionary of Modern Politics

This comprehensive guide covers complex ideologies and terminology which pervade the world of politics. Straightforward definitions of the ideas and institutions frequently referred to in debate, but often misunderstood by the non-specialist. The 500-plus entries on political theories, dogmas, issues and institutions go far beyond mere definitions. In effect, the book is a collection of mini essays. Terms such as AIDS, cocom, community, cooperative, deficit, directive, European Monetary System, GATT, European Court of Justice, League of Nations, maladministration, manifesto, militias, Mittel-Europa, perestroika, privatization, Reaganomics, Republican Party, tactical voting and yuppie are explained.