The Blackwell Dictionary of Political Science

aeo Single authored dictionary providing comprehensive and coherent definitions. aeo Written by a senior political scientist who has teaching experience. aeo In addition to key terms, the dictionary includes biographies of the most important writers in the discipline. The Blackwell Dictionary of Political Science provides students and general readers with a clear and lively introduction to the terminology of political science. The book comprises rigorous definitions and explanations of around 1000 key terms presented in an engaging style, cross-referenced, and easily accessible to readers new to the subject. It also includes a section of short biographies of the most eminent writers in the discipline - both classical and modern. The book is unique in combining a single author's overview and minimal assumptions about the reader's prior knowledge of the discipline. This dictionary is invaluable as a reference tool, providing an essential introduction to what it means to think politically. The Blackwell Dictionary of Political Science provides students and general readers with a clear and lively introduction to the terminology of political science.