Table of Contents

Preface 1. Key Concepts 2. The State 3. Democratic Rule 4. Authoritarian Rule 5. Theoretical Approaches 6. Comparing Government and Politics 7. Constitutions and Court 8. Legislatures 9. Executives 10. Bureaucracies 11. Sub-national Government 12. Political Culture 13. Political Participation 14. Political Communication 15. Political Parties 16. Elections 17. Voters 18. Interest Groups 19. Public Policy

About the Author

Rod Hague was formerly Senior Lecturer in Politics, University of Newcastle, UK.

Martin Harrop was formerly Senior Lecturer in Politics, University of Newcastle, UK.

John McCormick is Jean Monnet Professor of European Union Politics at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, USA. Other recent books by John include European Union Politics, 2nd Edition (2015, Palgrave), Understanding the European Union, 6th Edition (2015, Palgrave), and Why Europe Matters (2013, Palgrave).

Reviews

'This is one of, if not the, most comprehensive introductory comparative textbook(s) currently on the market, and this new edition retains all of the strongest features of previous editions.' - James Allan, Wittenberg University, USA 'This latest edition lives up to the high expectations created by its predecessors and remains top of the list for comprehensiveness and accessibility. The discussion of theories, concepts and typologies is well supported by cases and examples of recent political developments.' - Rudy Andeweg, Leiden University, the Netherlands 'Once again (and now with John McCormick on board) this classic introductory comparative politics text manages to stay relevant, accessible and contemporary. It remains the key text for students new to comparative politics, mixing theoretical clarity with expert country case studies throughout.' - Mark Bennister, Canterbury Christchurch University, UK