Power in Contemporary Politics: Theories, Practices, Globalizations (First Edition)

Synopsis

This major book provides an up-to-date and state-of-the-art overview of the contemporary theory and practice of the most central concept in political science: power. The concept of political power is introduced within a three-part framework: contemporary theories of power; applications of power processes and practices; and the implications of modern power flows across the globe today. The book explores the many structures of power in the contemporary world from theories of its construction and use, to its operation in policy networks, and its wider exercise at different levels in the political process, from the local to the global. Amongst the many themes explored are the reproduction and the legitimization of power, the dynamics of resistance and coercion, the concepts of private and public power, and the impact of globalization processes and subsequent shifting power arrangements. Combining diverse perspectives and different tools of analysis, this book represents the most comprehensive treatment of political power published in the last fifteen years. It will be essential reading for academics and students alike across political science, international studies and political sociology.

Copyright:

2000

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9781446234501

Related ISBNs:

9780761966777, 9780857026477, 9780761966760

Publisher:

SAGE Publications

Date of Addition:

09/29/24

Copyrighted By:

Mark Haugaard, Howard H Lentner, Philip G. Cerny, Professor Henri J Goverde

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Sociology

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Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Henri J Goverde

Edited by:

Philip G. Cerny

Edited by:

Mark Haugaard

Edited by:

Howard H Lentner