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Theories of the State: The Politics of Liberal Democracy (Paperback)

by Patrick Dunleavy (Author), Brendan O'Leary (Author)

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Paperback: 400 pages
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan (27 May 1987)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0333386981
ISBN-13: 978-0333386989
Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 13.8 x 2.4 cm

Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 133,041 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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A major introductory textbook for students of politics, sociology and public administration on theories of the state and of politics. The five core chapters each introduce a major school of thought providing a substantial analysis of the methodology and philosophy, as well as the main objections and criticisms to which each has given rise. The theories and examples are drawn from a wide range of industrial societies.

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1.0 out of 5 stars The most Mind- Numbingly Boring Book ever committed to print, 15 Jul 1999

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The only reason you would buy this book is for Gv101 at LSE, if you wish to purchase it for any other reason don't, as an introductionary level book it fails because of its over complexity, Too much info. in one small book, with a confusing layout that does not adequately define what makes the individual theories distinct from the others

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1.0 out of 5 stars Inaccessible and draining, 12 Mar 2002

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I am a politics student at degree level, both my colleagues and myself found this textbook to be draining and inaccessible. The important sections of text are often surrounded by irrelevant narrative and the book suffers from a quality that should afflict no textbook, it is over complex and academically esoteric in its vocabulary and construction. I would not recommend this book for anyone but the most keen intellect.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A must for all aspiring Politics Student, 6 Nov 2001

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An extremely useful text book outlining the different theories of the state in a form suitable for both University and A-level students. Topics include Pluralism, Liberalism, Marxism, the New Right and other contemporary angles on Political life. The history of each theory is explained including past and present theorists who have contributed in the evolution of political opinion. Extremely handy Also for JOurnalism students (Or anyone) who wish to enhance their understanding of the political sphere and the reasons behind the resent momentum gathered by pressure groups and both neo-national socialism and feminism.

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I am teaching Politics Year 1 (Diploma of the London School of Economics and Political Science) via the External programme of the University of Londion, at DEI Bachelors and... Read more

Published on 23 Jun 2004 by Jerome Vitenberg

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3.0 out of 5 stars Adequate, but could benefit from better layout
An adequate introduction to the various theories by which liberal democracies may be described. Having used this as part of my politics course, I can't help but feel that it... Read more

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