A new entry on the Canadian market, Politics: An Introduction guides students through the basics of political ideologies and institutions before moving on to more complex concepts such as the importance of government, the organization of political systems, and the role of individuals and groups in society. With an emphasis on Canadian content throughout, the text also maintains an international scope by using case studies to examine and compare political issues in 'developed' and 'developing' countries around the world. Featuring extensive pedagogy and a beautiful full-colour design, this new text offers students an accessible, comprehensive entry into the field of political studies.

Features

• 100% Canadian. Extensive references and examples throughout encourage students to think critically about the nature of politics in a Canadian context.
• Global context. Examines the nature of the international system, the complicated issues of global insecurity, and the dynamics of international political economy, giving students a well-rounded understanding of politics.
• Practical. Connecting theory to practice, the book uses current and relevant examples to illustrate key concepts.
• Clear organization. Begins with an exploration of important political concepts and their origins, followed by an overview of political philosophy and key ideologies, before moving on to more complex concepts.
• Accessible. Written in a clear, engaging style, making difficult concepts easy for undergraduate students to understand.
• Standalone chapter on "International Security" (Ch 12). This important and timely topic is covered in a separate chapter.
• Country case studies. Examines politics in a comparative context, considering 'development' and 'underdevelopment' in the world today.
• Dynamic full-colour format. Visually appealing layout helps students navigate content.
• Extensive pedagogy. Key terms highlighted at first use, marginal glossary, boxed features, political cartoons, chapter conclusions, self-assessment questions, web links, and lists of further readings boost student understanding and promote active learning.
• Illustrative CBC MP3 clips and podcasts. Icons in each chapter highlight accompanying news clips, which help students connect theories and ideologies to real-world events.