Andrew Heywood is a leading author of politics textbooks in the UK, and a Chief Examiner in Government and Politics. His works are crucial for understanding advanced-level government and political studies. As an experienced educator and writer, he focuses on providing clear and accessible analyses of political concepts. His goal is to make complex political ideas accessible to a wider audience.
This accessible guide to the major concepts in politics has now been revised and expanded to include over 60 international relations terms to take account of the increasing influence of globalization upon politics. Each concept is defined clearly and fully, and its significance for political understanding is explored.
Political Ideologies: What They Are and Why They Matter.- 2. Liberalism.- 3. Conservatism.- 4. Socialism.- 5. Anarchism.- 6. Nationalism.- 7. Fascism.- 8. Feminism.- 9. Green Ideology.- 10. Multiculturalism.- 11. Islamism.- 12. Ideology Without End?.
Exploring the dual nature of Western modern political thought, the book examines both its inclusive ideals and the persistent exclusion and oppression that accompany them. It argues for the critical importance of political theory in understanding and addressing these ongoing issues of silencing and marginalization in contemporary society.
This is the go-to textbook on UK Politics and Government for all A-level Politics students studying on the Edexcel specification. Alongside the book is a companion website featuring extra case studies, further sample student answers with annotations, tips for planning and organising revision, a list of resources for further study and more.
Refreshed and completely restructured to align with the new Edexcel Politics A-Level specification, this is the new edition of Andrew Heywood's highly respected introduction to political ideas, ideologies and thinkers for A-Level students. Essentials of Political Ideas is the only Edexcel-specific text on ideas on the market. Suitable for flexible use across all ideas components of the A-Level course, it offers full coverage of both the core political ideas (conservatism, liberalism and socialism) and the non-core ideas (anarchism, ecologism, feminism, multiculturalism and nationalism). Drawing on her extensive teaching, examining and workshop experience, Kathy Schindler has adapted the text to make it even more student-friendly and focused on exam success. Practical and informative pedagogy, from Key Thinker boxes to Similarities and Differences summaries, will enable students to understand and analyse key political concepts and thinkers and construct persuasive arguments using the correct terminology. This new edition offers: · A dedicated Exam Skills chapter, giving advice for exam success alongside annotated example answers · An extensive companion website with further sample answers, teaching tips, revision planning resources, links for further study and more · Coverage of thinkers not included on the specification, helping students to place their understanding in a broader context
The new edition of this best-selling textbook, from the UK's leading politics textbook author, is written specifically to meet the needs of students who are studying AS level Government and Politics. It is a lively, accessible and comprehensive introduction to the subject, and gives full coverage of the Edexcel and AQA specifications and the core requirements of other boards. This third edition has been thoroughly revised to cover the election of a Conservative majority government after a term of coalition politics. Key features: • Previews – introduce each chapter and highlight the key areas to be covered • Getting you thinking – discuss the issues raised by a recent event or development • On-page definitions – define key terms in a single sentence • What is... boxes – flesh out political ideas and concepts • Focus on... boxes – explain important political processes • By comparison – contrast aspects of the UK and US political systems (which forms one of the required unit options for assessment) • For or against? – give the arguments on both sides of contentious issues • What you should know – reinforce the central points of each chapter • Exam-style questions – test understanding and help with exam preparation
A clear and accessible introduction to the political creeds and doctrines that have dominated and shaped world politics. The fifth edition has been thoroughly updated throughout and now has more on the influence of globalization on ideology and a new-look page design to aid student learning.
This accessible guide to the key concepts in politics now features over 60 additional international relations entries to take account of the increasing influence of globalization upon politics. Each term is fully and clearly defined and its significance for political understanding and debate is explored.
The new third edition of the highly successful text has been revised and updated throughout to take account of new issues such as identity and difference, globalization and multiculturalism. The book provides a clear and accessible introduction to political theory and key concepts in political analysis. Each chapter discusses a cluster of interrelated terms, examines how they have been used by different thinkers and in the various political traditions, and explores related debates and controversies.
An Introduction
The seventh edition provides a comprehensive exploration of political ideologies that have influenced global politics. It examines traditional ideologies like Conservatism, Socialism, and Liberalism, alongside contemporary movements such as Populism and Feminism. The text has been updated to reflect recent political events, analyzing the decline of liberal democracy and the rise of populist and authoritarian trends. This thorough survey serves as an essential guide for students seeking to understand the complexities and relevance of political doctrines in today's world.