Foundations of European Politics A Comparative Approach De Vries, Hobolt, Proksch, Slapin

Essentials of European Political Science A Comparative Perspective De Vries, Hobolt, Proksch, Slapin

1. ISBN-10

   0198831307
2. ISBN-13

   978-0198831303

   Essentials of European Political Science: A Comparative Perspective provides a user-friendly overview of European politics using a coherent comparative and analytical approach. It offers students the essential theoretical and empirical tools of social scientific researchers and demonstrates how an analytical methodology can be applied to comprehend both national and EU-level decision-making in Europe. The text relies on innovative research spanning various aspects of European politics – from domestic and EU institutions, to political conduct and policymaking – and incorporates case studies and illustrations throughout to help students explore diverse electoral systems, parties, and governance models across Europe. The book is thematically organized into five sections, commencing with foundational principles, delving into citizens and voters, elections and political parties, governance and policies, and concluding with the examination of the rule of law, democracy, and democratic erosion. Digital versions and supplementary materials Essentials of European Political Science: A Comparative Perspective is accessible for procurement in a variety of formats for both students and institutions and comes with online resources. DT The publication offers a mobile-friendly experience and easy access along with functional utilities, navigation aids, and hyperlinks that provide additional learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks http://www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks DT Online student resources comprise: multiple-choice questions, web links, essay prompts, and data descriptions and exercises. DT Online instructor resources include: customizable PowerPoint slides, exam question bank, as well as figures and tables extracted from the text.