Politics in the Developing World by Peter Burnell

Politics in the Developing World by Peter Burnell

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The fourth, thoroughly updated, edition of this well-respected textbook explores the changing nature of politics in the developing world. Leading experts in the field consider theoretical approaches, society-state relations, and policies, with a series of illustrative country-based case studies.

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Politics in the Developing World by Peter Burnell

The fourth edition of this well-respected textbook explores the changing nature of politics in the developing world as the twenty-first century moves into its second decade. Thematic chapters examine theoretical approaches and the historical and economic context; society-state relations; structures and processes of governance, and conflict; and the evolution of policy, including human rights and the environment. The book concludes with a revised case study section that draws out central themes and comparisons between a wide range of developing countries from Indonesia and Iraq to Brazil and Guatemala. This new edition has been thoroughly updated to take account of developments including the aftermath of the financial crisis and the 'Arab spring' and includes new chapters on social movements and governance, as well as a new country case study on Brazil. Student learning and development is supported by a range of features including boxes, key points, glossary terms and end of chapter questions, while further reading guides and web links encourage study beyond the textbook. The text is also supported by an Online Resource Centre with the following features: Four case studies: including a new case study on Syria Flashcard glossary Study questions Web links
This book covers all relevant themes, approaches, and policy issues, and will be extremely useful for students in political science and development studiesAnne Mette Kjaer, Aarhus University The best first point of reference for students... it paves the way for fruitful contextual studies of major problems in comparative and theoretical perspective. Olle Trnuist, University of Oslo ... an eloquently written text by some of the leading international scholars currently working in the area. The book provides a theoretically-informed approach to understanding many of the major historical and contemporary issues impacting politics in the developing world. Bruce Wilson, University of Central Florida This classic textbook provides the discerning student with the best possible introduction to the politics experienced by the majority of the people of the world. Anthony Payne, University of Sheffield
Professor Peter Burnell, Department of Politics and International Studies, University of Warwick Emeritus Professor Vicky Randall, Department of Government, University of Essex Professor Lise Rakner, Department of Comparative Politics, University of Bergen
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ISBN 13 9780199666003
ISBN 10 0199666008
Title Politics in the Developing World
Author Peter Burnell
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Oxford University Press
Year published 2014-03-07
Number of pages 576
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