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The study of German electoral politics has been neglected of late, despite being one of the most pervasive elements of the German political process. Geoffrey Roberts exciting new book argues that concentration on electoral politics facilitates deeper understanding and appreciation of German political system It provides explanations.

In politics, individual political behavior is often ascribed to class and ethnic identity. How does this happen? In this text, Needler shows how the individual constructs his or her political identity, and develops ideologies that guide their political behavior. Intended as an alternative to traditional introductory texts in politics and political science, this book is, at the same time, a survey and introduction to political theory, a survey and introduction to comparative and American politics, and a review of contemporary international relations. These topics are combined in a novel and cre

The question of citizenship is becoming one of the central social and political problems, where sovereignty is being challenged by globalisation and militarisation. The old model of citizenship is no longer valid in the contemporary reality of mass migrations and ethnic, religious and cultural integration

The political field : formation, objectivation and autonomy -- Value and capital -- The politics of the habitus -- The institutional organisation of the field -- Political inequality and domination of the field -- The power of ideas -- Conclusion -- Bibliography -- Index

California's people, economy and politics: yesterday, today and tomorrow -- California's political parties and direct democracy -- California elections, campaigns, and the media -- Interest groups: the power behind the Dome -- The Legislature: the perils of policy making -- California law: politics and the courts -- The Executive branch: coping with fragmented authority -- Taxing and spending: budgetary politics and policies -- California's local government: politics at the grassroots -- State-Federal relations: conflict, cooperation and chaos

Your updated and revised guide to British politics So, you want to be knowledgeable about British politics but don't know where to start? You've come to the right place! British Politics For Dummies is your essential guide to understanding even the trickiest questions surrounding politics in the UK. In no time, you'll have the confidence to discuss the ins and outs of past and present elections, political leaders, parties and ideologies. Packed with understandable information on the origins, history and structure of the UK parliamentary system, British Politics For Dummies offers a fascinat.