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At a time of corrosive popular cynicism and profound international unease, the need for clarity over the fundamental concepts of politics has never been greater: the forces of Terrorism and Fundamentalism endanger our Security, while government responses to it pose a basic threat to Liberty, Democracy and Human rights. Corruption, Spin and a suspect Political culture arouse public indignation, which is further aggravated by an array of Pressure groups and the far-from-disinterested attentions of the Mass media. In 50 Political Ideas You Really Need to Know, Ben Dupré clears away the murk that obscures key concepts that we ignore at our peril. Justice, Liberty, Human rights, The social contract, Democracy, Tyranny, Federalism, Utopianism, Political violence, Revolution and change, Political culture, Monarchism, Republicanism, Secularism, Conservatism, Liberalism, Socialism, Communism, Fascism, Anarchism, Fundamentalism, Multiculturalism, Labour movement, Women's movement, Green politics, Pressure groups, Constitutions, Parliaments, Presidential systems, Elections, Parties, Civil service/bureaucracy, Intelligence agencies, Mass media, Spin and propaganda, Wealth and poverty, Crime and punishment, Security and defence, Terrorism, Welfare, Race, Corruption, Political correctness, Realists and idealists, War and peace, Nations and nationalism, Imperialism, Isolationism, United Nations, Globalization.
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At a time of widespread popular cynicism and profound international unease, the need for clarity over the basic concepts of politics has never been greater. The forces of fundamentalism endanger our liberty and security, while government responses to it may pose a basic threat to justice, democracy and human rights. War and tyranny arouse public indignation which is often inflamed by propaganda, the blandishments of political parties and the far-from-disinterested attentions of the media. The proper limits of the state; the legitimacy of revolution and political violence; the ideological tensions between socialism, liberalism and capitalism; the challenges posed by poverty, crime and racism; these and other ideas are essential in interpreting the current political debate and modes of government. In 50 Political Ideas You Really Need to Know, Ben Dupré provides a clear, concise account of key concepts that we ignore at our peril. It will be welcomed by anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of how the constant struggle for power is shaping the world we live in.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I really enjoyed Ben Dupre's excellent 50 Philosophy Ideas and bought this hoping it would not disappoint. It doesn't. Dupre writes with elegance, precision and wit. The selection of political ideas is terrific and the treatment challenging, yet accessible, as in his first book. Anyone interested in politics will find this book a thoroughly good read but it is also a handy extra text for politics A level students (and their teachers perhaps).
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
So this book really does what it says on the tin. It's a brief overview of different political ideas, explaining their origins and impact in the world. As part of the excellent 50 ideas series and written by Ben Dupre (50 Philosophy Ideas and 50 Ideas You Really Need to Know) I had high expectations and I really wasn't disappointed.
The hallmark of the 50 ideas series is to condense ideas to a 4 page spread, make them accessible and understandable without dumbing them down too much. They don't lose focus on the ideas, or distort them in the explanation so much they lose all meaning.
In particular, this book has an excellent selection of material covered which I would recommend to A-Level students or anyone beginning a social science based undergraduate degree, just to get to grips with general scholarship in the area. This is not a book for children and can, at times, be a fairly challenging read, so I wouldn't recommend it for children.
It works really well as a reference guide. I think the cover illustration shows exactly what this book is; a signpost for those interested in the subject to begin their studies.
My only criticism is that the pages can occasionally be quite 'busy'. They put so much content in that you're not sure what to read first and you have to stop between paragraphs to read separate boxes. It's a pet hate but it doesn't distract from the content of the book!
The hallmark of the 50 ideas series is to condense ideas to a 4 page spread, make them accessible and understandable without dumbing them down too much. They don't lose focus on the ideas, or distort them in the explanation so much they lose all meaning.
In particular, this book has an excellent selection of material covered which I would recommend to A-Level students or anyone beginning a social science based undergraduate degree, just to get to grips with general scholarship in the area. This is not a book for children and can, at times, be a fairly challenging read, so I wouldn't recommend it for children.
It works really well as a reference guide. I think the cover illustration shows exactly what this book is; a signpost for those interested in the subject to begin their studies.
My only criticism is that the pages can occasionally be quite 'busy'. They put so much content in that you're not sure what to read first and you have to stop between paragraphs to read separate boxes. It's a pet hate but it doesn't distract from the content of the book!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Normally I would run a mile from a book title like '50 political ideas' afterall an explanation of 1 political idea is usually enough to send me into a coma.
I guess I just felt that my lack of knowledge on the subject was so great that I had better grit my teeth and take a look. I'm glad I did.
Ben Dupre's writing is clear and concise. Exactly what this subject requires and also what I require.
The book provides 50 political ideas explained one at a time, a chapter for each idea, which means you can read the book cover to cover or skip between chapters. It really is easy to read.
Each subject has a simple introductory paragraph which is then is followed by more detail, including examples, quotes and a useful timeline running along the bottom of the pages. Each idea is summed up in about 4 pages, just enough to get beneath the surface and get some useful insight to the topic, without becoming too heavy.
I would most definately recommend this book and I believe it's appeal is to a wide audience, not just students of politics who would no doubt benefit from this handy overview. It contains basic general knowledge that everyone should know and much more besides.
I haven't yet read any of the other titles in this series (50...), but if this is anything to go by I will read the lot.
I guess I just felt that my lack of knowledge on the subject was so great that I had better grit my teeth and take a look. I'm glad I did.
Ben Dupre's writing is clear and concise. Exactly what this subject requires and also what I require.
The book provides 50 political ideas explained one at a time, a chapter for each idea, which means you can read the book cover to cover or skip between chapters. It really is easy to read.
Each subject has a simple introductory paragraph which is then is followed by more detail, including examples, quotes and a useful timeline running along the bottom of the pages. Each idea is summed up in about 4 pages, just enough to get beneath the surface and get some useful insight to the topic, without becoming too heavy.
I would most definately recommend this book and I believe it's appeal is to a wide audience, not just students of politics who would no doubt benefit from this handy overview. It contains basic general knowledge that everyone should know and much more besides.
I haven't yet read any of the other titles in this series (50...), but if this is anything to go by I will read the lot.
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