“Now even more comprehensive and accessible, the second edition of Key Concepts is an extremely useful reference guide for students of political science” Jonathon Moses, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU).

The concepts and political terms are particularly important for students of politics and international relations. Political disputes are often a struggle for the legitimate meaning of terms; opponents may disagree, come into conflict, and even go to war, each claiming to “defend freedom,” “support democracy,” or “stand for justice.” The problem is that words like “freedom,” “democracy,” and “justice” have different meanings for different people, and therefore the very concepts themselves seem problematic.

This book offers an accessible and comprehensive guide to important concepts encountered in political analysis. Each term is defined clearly and thoroughly, exploring its significance for political dialogue and political action. The text has been updated and expanded to account for the growing influence of globalization in politics, and now presents 70 additional concepts.

With its lively, engaging style and user-friendly approach, the second edition is an invaluable resource for the study of politics and international relations.

Andrew Heywood is the author of very popular books used by hundreds of thousands of students around the world. From Epikentro publications, his books include Introduction to Politics (2014), Key Concepts in Political Science (2011), and Political Ideologies (2007).