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Access to History: Germany 1918-45 (PDF)
by Geoff LaytonGive your students the best chance of success with this tried and tested series' combination of in-depth analysis, engaging narrative, and accessibility.
Edexcel Government and Politics for A2: Ideologies (2nd edition) (PDF)
by Neil McnaughtonCovering the Ideologies option on Edexcel's A2 specification, this accessible textbook will help students reach their highest potential. This accessible textbook helps put Ideologies into context of contemporary politics, with each chapter covering the historical development, core values and main variations of an ideology, as well as the key thinkers, principal issues and debates surrounding the ideology.
Edexcel Government and Politics for AS (PDF)
by Neil McnaughtonFully covering the Edexcel specification, this 4th edition has accessible, informed and specification-focused discussion of the key facts and ideas, to help your students succeed in AS Politics.
Democracy: Problems and Perspectives (PDF)
by Roland AxtmannDemocracy: Problems and Perspectives provides a critical review of the scholarly and political debates about democratic thought and of arguments about democratic practice. On the basis of an interpretation of Immanuel Kant's political philosophy, the book presents democracy as a regime type in which citizens, who are united to give law, rule themselves and where such self-rule is exercised by citizens who embrace local and global patriotism.
Higher Modern Studies for CfE: International Issues (PDF)
by Frank CooneyWritten specifically to match the Higher for CfE syllabus offered by the Scottish Qualifications Authority for examination from 2015 onwards, International Issues covers three of the world powers that students may choose to study in this unit of the course (the United States of America, the Republic of South Africa and the People's Republic of China), along with Development Issues in Africa and Global Security.
Flagship History - International Relations 1879-2004 (PDF)
by Derrick Murphy Terry MorrisNew for the 2008 specifications, this title includes material from the causes of the First World War to the conflict in Iraq. Includes historical interpretations, document source questions, explanation of difficult words and concepts, a study skills section for exam preparation and a companion website with visuals to support learning.
Individualization: Institutionalized Individualism And Its Social And Political Consequences (PDF)
by Ulrich BeckIndividualization argues that we are in the midst of a fundamental change in the nature of society and politics.
Ideology And Politics (PDF)
by John SchwartzmantelThis book challenges the idea of post-ideological consensus and offers a fresh perspective on the current state of political ideologies.
Implementing Public Policy: an Introduction to the Study of Operational Governance (3rd edition) (PDF)
by Michael J. Hill Peter NupeBuilding on the success of the previous two editions, this book provides students with an exemplary overview of the theory and practice of public policy implementation and how it relates to contemporary public management.
The New European Union Series: International Relations and the European Union (PDF)
by Michael Smith Christopher HillInternational Relations and the European Union uniquely incorporates the study of the EU's world role into the wider field of International Relations. New chapters on the EU's relationships with emerging world powers, and its stance on energy and environmental policy confirm the second edition as the leading textbook on this subject. Beginning with an examination of theoretical and methodological frameworks, the book goes on to address the institutions and processes that surround the EU's international relations. Areas of key policy substance, such as security and trade are then outlined in detail, alongside the EU's relations with specific countries including the United States, China, India and Russia.
International Relations Theories: Discipline and Diversity (PDF)
by Steve Smith Tim Dunne Milja KurkiWritten by leading figures in the field, the third edition of this successful text provides an up-to-date and comprehensive account of all the major theories of international relations, supporting them with case study examples. While some of the theories discussed are complex, the authors convey them in a clear and accessible manner, with the use of engaging pedagogical features, making this an ideal introduction to international relations theories.nbsp;
Introducing Child Care Social Work
by Jill Davey Jennifer Bigmore Keith BrownThis book provides a practitioner's perspective on the challenges and developments of working in Child Care Social Work in the current context of organisational and social change. Drawing on the experience of social work practitioners who have undertaken the Post-Qualifying Child Care Specialist Award, the book shows how these challenges are being met in everyday practice, providing a forum to share their knowledge and experience with others and contribute to best practice. It will be of interest to social work practitioners and students and all those interested in the reality of current child care practice.
Interview Exercises for the Police Recruit Assessment Process
by Richard Malthouse Jodi Roffey-BarentsenThis practical and accessible book focuses on the interview, which forms a key part of the Police Recruit Assessment Process. This book identifies the nature of the interview and fully explains what to expect in the way of interaction with the assessor. It offers clear guidance on preparation for, and performance in, the interview and identifies the core competencies tested within the exercise. The range of practice exercises and detailed guidance increases confidence and competence and helps candidates to fully prepare for this aspect of the test.
Introduction to International Relations: Theories and Approaches (PDF)
by Georg Sorensen Robert JacksonFully revised and updated to cover contemporary debates in international relations, the new edition of this successful textbook will provide an ideal introduction to the theories in world politics. The strengths and weaknesses of each theory are critically examined and their main points of contention are thoroughly discussed.
Introduction to Contemporary Political Theory (PDF)
by Colin FarrellyThis text provides an up to date account of how things currently stand in political philosophy, and will provide an excellent introduction for students from any background. It gives a lucid and careful account of the central controversies and sites of disagreement in political theory over the last thirty years and rather than sacrifice theoretical sophistication and nuance for the sake of clarity and accessibility, it admirably achieves both' - Catriona McKinnon, University of York This comprehensive textbook provides a complete and accessible introduction to the main theorists and issues in contemporary political theory today. The text is organized into two major parts. The first, Contemporary Liberal Theory, outlines four distinct liberal theories of justice to introduce the work of Rawls, Nozick, Gauthier and Dworkin. The second, Alternative Traditions, introduces the theorists and themes associated with four key areas of contemporary debate: communitarianism, multiculturalism, deliberative democracy and feminism.
Introducing International Social Work
by Sue Lawrence Karen Lyons Graeme Simpson Nathalie HueglerThis book guides the reader through the international development of social work and discusses how aspects of globalisation are making it an increasingly international activity and profession. Individual chapters locate the UK population historically and currently as a multicultural community and explore the international issues that social workers in the UK confront in their daily practice with children and families, people with mental health issues and older people. This text helps students meet the academic benchmarks and National Occupational Standards that require them to locate social work practice in a European and international context.
Blackstone's Statutes on International Law Documents (11th edition) (PDF)
by Malcolm EvansBlackstone's Statutes lead the market. They are consistently recommended by lecturers and relied on by students for exam and course use. Blackstone's Statutes are the original and best; setting the standard by which other statute books are measured.
Law for Student Police Officers
by Jill Davey Jennifer Bigmore Keith BrownThis book provides a comprehensive examination of all the required areas of criminal and policing law, with explicit links to the National Occupational Standards. Chapters open with clear objectives and include regular revision notes, knowledge check questions and answers and practical activities. This second edition has been fully revised to expand the content, take account of recent changes and reflect the latest legislation. In particular there is a new chapter on PCSOs, the sections on police powers, roads policing, animals and evidence have been updated and the issue of diversity has been woven into an increased number of scenarios.
Modern Local Governance (PDF)
by Janice MorphetThis text provides a systematic review of the reform of local government since the election of New Labour in 1997.
Modernizing Governance: New Labour, Policy and Society (PDF)
by Newman Janet'Janet Newman's ' Modernizing Governance ' provides a comprehensive and thorough critique of contemporary public sector reforms. The book combines an impressive synthesis of theoretical perspectives with a deep understanding of the practice of public policy making and management. The contradictions within a shift to governance are clearly highlighted, and the notion of a third way is carefully deconstructed. This book is an important contribution to the literature, and will provide stimulating reading for academic researchers and students' - George Boyne, Professor of Public Sector Management, Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University
What is Policing?
by P A J Waddington Martin WrightThis text provides an accessible, up-to-date and thought-provoking introduction to policing for all those undertaking degrees and foundation degrees. It aims not only to inform students and prepare them for their course, but also to expose them to some of the challenges they will face as they begin their studies and/or policing careers. This book is the essential foundation for the Policing Matters series, explaining what policing is, what the police do, the context for policing and what are the main issues it faces and challenges it poses.
The Anarchical Society: A Study of Order in World Politics (PDF)
by Hedley BullThis study provides an analysis of the problem of international order in contemporary society and of the feasibility of such alternative models as disarmament, global organization, a highly proliferated world, and a radical redistribution of power.
The Globalization of World Politics: An Introduction to International Relations (PDF)
by Patricia Owens John Baylis Steve SmithTrusted by over 300,000 students in over 120 countries, The Globalization of World Politics is the most authoritative and complete introduction to IR available, making it the go-to text for students of international relations. Now in its sixth edition, this internationally successful textbook has been fully revised and updated in light of recent developments in world politics, featuring 35 new international case studies including: the BRICs, Gaza Freedom Flotilla, Sudanese civil war, drones, Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, rise of China, Occupy movement, and the Syrian Revolution. A new chapter by Andrew Hurrell on rising powers and the emerging global order ensures the text continues to cover topics that will be defining the issues now and for the next generation.
AQA AS Government & Politics Student Unit Guide: Unit 1 People, Politics and Participation (PDF)
by Paul FaircloughStudent Unit Guides are perfect for revision. Each guide is written by an examiner and explains the unit requirements, summarises the relevant unit content and includes a series of specimen questions and answers. There are three sections to each guide: Introduction - includes advice on how to use the guide, an explanation of the skills being tested by the assessment objectives, an outline of the unit or module and, depending on the unit, suggestions for how to revise effectively and prepare for the examination questions. Content Guidance - provides an examiner's overview of the module's key terms and concepts and identifies opportunities to exhibit the skills required by the unit. It is designed to help students to structure their revision and make them aware of the concepts they need to understand the exam and how they might analyse and evaluate topics. Question and Answers - sample questions and with graded answers which have been carefully written to reflect the style of the unit. All responses are accompanied by commentaries which highlight their respective strengths and weaknesses, giving students an insight into the mind of the examiner.
AS: UK Government and Politics (3rd edition) (PDF)
by Paul Fairclough Eric Magee Philip LynchA comprehensive and accessible textbook for AS students across all exam boards. The best-selling AS UK Government and Politics is carefully structured around the specifications, combining informed discussion with the key facts and figures. Definitions of key terms and concepts help understanding and revision. Exam focus sections at the end of each chapter offer source-based exercises relating to the text, as well as assignments for extension work, drawing on suggested reading and website listings.nbsp;