- Paperback: 416 pages
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 4th Edition edition (15 Sep 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0471973432
- ISBN-13: 978-0471973430
- Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 17 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 165,863 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"I asked my students about their views on this book. All of them agreed that its strength is its ‘readability’ and comprehensive coverage of the main issues in a study of political ideologies and ideas. Goodwin’s was the book to which my students turned first to find out what the questions under discussion were ‘all about’. The strengths of the book are such that a fourth edition is most welcome." Lecturer, Aberdeen University
Have we a duty to conserve the world’s resources for future generations? Does the majority have the right to dictate to minorities in a multicultural society? Is equality more important than personal freedom? Is nationalism a progressive force in the world? This book is of unique interest for everyone concerned with such questions. It offers a critique of contemporary political ideologies and an analysis of the ideas and concepts which we use in political arguments. By revealing the interplay between ideas and ideologies, it shows us why political opponents so often seem to argue at cross–purposes. The book emphasizes the relationship between ideologies, political ideas and day–to–day politics, and shows how political ideas influence not only argument but also political behaviour. The author stresses the importance of theoretical analysis for understanding the political world and for criticizing the ideas and agencies which govern our lives. Using Political Ideas has been strongly influential in the teaching of political philosophy since it was first published in 1982. Professor Goodwin’s lucid style and avoidance of technical jargon make her work accessible to a wide readership. This fourth edition of the book contains two important new chapters, on feminism and Green political thought, and the whole book has been revised to reflect the effect of contemporary events on political thinking.
"It is an immensely valuable and sophisticated book, while also accessible: I’ve been dipping around in it, and shall continue to dip!" Ben Pimlott, Professor of Politics and Contemporary History, University of London.
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"I asked my students about their views on this book. All of them agreed that its strength is its ‘readability’ and comprehensive coverage of the main issues in a study of political ideologies and ideas. Goodwin’s was the book to which my students turned first to find out what the questions under discussion were ‘all about’. The strengths of the book are such that a fourth edition is most welcome." Lecturer, Aberdeen University
Have we a duty to conserve the world’s resources for future generations? Does the majority have the right to dictate to minorities in a multicultural society? Is equality more important than personal freedom? Is nationalism a progressive force in the world? This book is of unique interest for everyone concerned with such questions. It offers a critique of contemporary political ideologies and an analysis of the ideas and concepts which we use in political arguments. By revealing the interplay between ideas and ideologies, it shows us why political opponents so often seem to argue at cross–purposes. The book emphasizes the relationship between ideologies, political ideas and day–to–day politics, and shows how political ideas influence not only argument but also political behaviour. The author stresses the importance of theoretical analysis for understanding the political world and for criticizing the ideas and agencies which govern our lives. Using Political Ideas has been strongly influential in the teaching of political philosophy since it was first published in 1982. Professor Goodwin’s lucid style and avoidance of technical jargon make her work accessible to a wide readership. This fourth edition of the book contains two important new chapters, on feminism and Green political thought, and the whole book has been revised to reflect the effect of contemporary events on political thinking.
"It is an immensely valuable and sophisticated book, while also accessible: I’ve been dipping around in it, and shall continue to dip!" Ben Pimlott, Professor of Politics and Contemporary History, University of London.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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As a first year Politics student, I'm always using this book. Goodwin is a solid author to quote from and her work is clear and authorative. However, she can be a bit wordy, and this isn't a book you can pick up for five minutes. Despite this, or perhaps because of this, she explores the main political ideas such as liberalism, democracy and fascism with many more and is a must for any student or reader with a keen interest. Worth the money.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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I thought I understood the outline of the political beliefs espoused by the different parties in the UK. It turns out that I had at best half understood what I'd heard, or the parties had told half the truth. After having read this I'm a lot clearer.
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Wow that was a good read. A very easy and actually enjoyable textbook to zip right through. The one issue is the title promises and handbook but then a book this good can disregard this small gripe.
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