Political Science An Introduction

For 1st year/2nd year level courses in Introduction to Political Science, U.S. Politics, and Comparative Politics. Exceptionally up-to-date and rich in cross-national examples - with an emphasis on the U.S. political system - this text offers an unbiased, thorough introduction to the basic terminology, concepts, and theories of political science. - NEW - Updated through 2000 presidential election and beyond - Presents students with an up-to-date text reflecting current trends in the field of political science. - NEW - Chapter How To skill boxes - Discusses how to formulate a thesis; study a chapter; cite sources; use maps; identify variables; and more - Offers students guidelines for necessary skills that are sometimes lacking but not covered in other introductory texts. - NEW - Added definitions to Key Terms - Gives students a larger related vocabulary and more definitions for different contexts. - Exceptionally readable approach - Emphasizes vocabulary, definitions, and basic concepts - Allows students to quickly master the basic terminology and concepts, preparing them to go on to any higher-level political science course. - Coverage of the entire field of political science -