Issues in Political Theory, 4th Edition

With a focus on real-world problems and debates, Issues in Political Theory is the clearest and most engaging introduction to political theory and how it is applied to address a range of global challenges. Its team of expert contributors introduce students to important concepts, key thinkers, and major texts in political theory, while extended case studies at the end of each chapter show students how to apply theoretical ideas to real contemporary issues and debates. NEW TO THIS EDITIONNew chapters on liberty, global poverty, sovereignty and borders, and the environment provide students with fresh insight on important debates in political theory.A range of new case studies—including those on same-sex marriage, racial inequality, sweatshop labour, and Brexit—demonstrate the relevance of political theory to current real-world issues.Two new editors, Robert Jubb (University of Reading) and Patrick Tomlin (University of Warwick), join the editorial team, offering new expert perspectives on key political ideas.This title is available as an eBook. Visit VitalSource for more information or to purchase.

“The best introduction to the study of political theory... It provides a clear, concise, and structured introduction to the most important themes and debates in the field, and proposes a wide palate of concepts and approaches to reflect the diversity of political theory.”

"The best introduction to the study of political theory... It provides a clear, concise, and structured introduction to the most important themes and debates in the field, and proposes a wide palette of concepts and approaches to reflect the diversity of political theory." - Charles Devellennes, Kent University "Engagingly written, attractive in its format and presentation, and provides a good balance between real-world issues and introductory political theory." - Stephen Winter, University of Auckland

Catriona McKinnon is Professor of Political Theory at the University of Reading.Robert Jubb is Associate Professor in Political Philosophy at the University of Reading.Patrick Tomlin is Reader in Philosophy at the University of Warwick.

With a focus on real-world problems and debates, Issues in Political Theory is the clearest and most engaging introduction to political theory and how it is applied to address a range of global challenges. Its team of expert contributors introduce students to important concepts, key thinkers, and major texts in political theory, while extended case studies at the end of each chapter show students how to apply theoretical ideas to real contemporary issuesand debates. The text is supported by online resources, which include additional case studies intended to give students confidence in using theory to shed light on key issues, and a range of additional teaching and learning resources.

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