Essentials of Comparative Politics (Third Edition) [Paperback]

Patrick H. O'Neil (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 7, 2009 | ISBN-10: 0393933768 | ISBN-13: 978-0393933765 | Edition: Third Edition

The most complete, flexible, and affordable Comparative Politics package on the market.

Essentials of Comparative Politics introduces students to the concepts that political scientists use to study and compare political systems and the particulars of specific political systems. The text is available with a corresponding casebook of 14 country studies and a reader—the three components can be used individually or in any combination.

The Third Edition has been revised and updated to include the most current and relevant examples; it includes a robust suite of emedia resources for students and instructors. The Comparative Politics package provides maximum value to students—the textbook/casebook/reader package is priced comparably to most standalone country studies textbooks.

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About the Author

Patrick H. O’Neil is Associate Professor of Politics and Government at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. He has a Ph.D. in Political Science from Indiana University. Professor O’Neil’s teaching and research interests are in the areas of democratization, conflict and political violence, and the politics of risk and technology. His publications include the books Revolution From Within: The Hungarian Socialist Worker’s Party “Reform Circles” and the Collapse of Communism and Communicating Democracy: The Media and Political Transitions (editor).

Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company; Third Edition edition (August 7, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0393933768
• ISBN-13: 978-0393933765
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #57,473 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Source for Understanding Political Structures, January 9, 2009

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This review is from: Essentials of Comparative Politics (Second Edition) (Paperback)

O'Neil has done a wonderful job highlighting the essence of different political structures throughout history and world politics. The strength of the book is in its ability to provide an overview of the origins of politcal theory and to explain the rise, fall and significance of various governmental forms.

0 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very satisfied, October 9, 2011

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This review is from: Essentials of Comparative Politics (Third Edition) (Paperback)

The book was received as advertised, and I am happy with it's condition. I am also very pleased at the timely manner in which I received the book. I am very satisfied.

0 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perefct, February 18, 2011

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This review is from: Cases in Comparative Politics (Third Edition) (Paperback)

The book came in brand new condtion. Nothing to complain about. Was exactly what I needed and was delivered a few days early!