Issues in Political Theory / Edition 4

by Catriona McKinnon, Robert Jubb, Patrick Tomlin

Overview

With a focus on real-world problems and debates, Issues in Political Theory is the clearest and most engaging introduction to political theory and how it is applied to address a range of global challenges. Its team of expert contributors introduce students to important concepts, key thinkers, and major texts in political theory, while extended case studies at the end of each chapter show students how to apply theoretical ideas to real contemporary issues and debates.

The text is supported by online resources, which include additional case studies intended to give students confidence in using theory to shed light on key issues, and a range of additional teaching and learning resources.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780198784067
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	05/14/2019
Edition description:	4th ed.
Pages:	360
Product dimensions:	9.60(w) x 7.40(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Catriona McKinnon, University of Reading,Robert Jubb, University of Reading,Patrick Tomlin, University of Warwick

Catriona McKinnon is Professor of Political Theory at the University of Reading.

Robert Jubb is Associate Professor in Political Philosophy at the University of Reading.

Patrick Tomlin is Reader in Philosophy at the University of Warwick.

Table of Contents

Introduction, Robert Jubb, Catriona McKinnon, and Patrick Tomlin1. Political Obligation, Keith Hyams2. Liberty, Ian Carter3. Crime and Punishment, Massimo Renzo4. Democracy, Thomas Christiano5. Power, David Owen6. Equality and Social Justice, Jonathan Wolff7. Toleration, Anna Elisabetta Galeotti8. Multiculturalism, Monica Mookherjee9. Gender, Clare Chambers10. Global Poverty, Zofia Stemplowska11. Human Rights, Tom Campbell12. Sovereignty and Borders, Sarah Fine13. War and Intervention, Helen Frowe14. The Environment, Simon Caney