Political science

This is a comprehensive introduction to political science and can be used as a supplement to a variety of textbooks on this subject. Chapters of special relevance: our Western political heritage, comparative politics, international relations.

Part ONE: POLITICAL SCIENCE: AN OVERVIEW. The Origins and Development of Political Science. Approaches to Studying Politics.
Part TWO: THE TRADITIONS OF WESTERN THOUGHT. What is Political Theory? The Premodern Heritage. Liberalism. Marxism. Conservatism.
Part THREE: INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP BEHAVIOR. Survey Research. Public Opinion. Interest Groups. Political Parties.
Part FOUR: GOVERNMENTAL INSTITUTIONS. Leadership. Bureaucracy. Legislatures. Judicial Systems. Index