Introduction to Political Science

This book introduces some of the basic concepts and ideas in the fields of political science: political theory, comparative politics, public administration and international relations. It contains a total of 27 chapters covering almost all the topics considered essential for students of political science in the twenty-first century. It also defines frequently used Islamic and Western terms that are important for political analysis and comprehension.

KEY FEATURES
(1) Written in clear and concise language by two experienced lecturers.(2) Each concept is provided with several definitions from leading authorities, and an equivalent Islamic term or its alternative from an Islamic perspective.
(3) Examples are drawn largely from Canada, Malaysia, UK and US. Additional examples are from Bangladesh, China, Japan, Pakistan, Russia, Saudi Arabia and Sudan.
(4) A new chapter on Environmentalism in this edition.
(5) An extensive glossary at the end of the book.