Ebook: The politics companion

This student companion covers all the main aspects of political science from the nature and main components of the subject and key theories, thinkers and concepts to study skills and learning resources. Truly international in scope, it will be the ideal complement for students around the world to Palgrave's highly successful range of course texts.;pt. I. Studying politics. What is politics really about? ; What to expect from your politics course ; Study skills -- pt. II. Theories and approaches to the study of politics. The evolution of the study of politics ; Theories, models and approaches in modern political science -- pt. III. Key political terms and concepts -- pt. IV. Key thinkers -- pt. V. Key research and debates -- pt. VI. What next? -- pt. VII. Resources for studying politics. Resources for politics students ; Guidance for further reading.