Issues and Methods in Comparative Politics: An Introduction

by Todd Landman

Building on the strengths of the first edition, this accessible and user-friendly textbook explores the strategies of comparative research in political science. It begins by examining different methods, then highlights some of the big issues in comparative politics using a wealth of topical examples before discussing the new challenges in the area. Thoroughly revised throughout with the addition of extensive new material, this edition is also supplemented by the availability online of the author's datasets.

The book is designed to make a complex subject easier and more accessible for students, and

* briefing boxes explaining key concepts and ideas
* suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter
* a glossary of terms.

Genres: Political Science, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published March 23, 2000

Reviews

[Beatrice Jacobs]

Very well written introduction to the methodological techniques of Comparative Politics. Concise, excellent examples, and clear diction. Would recommend for Political Science students.

[Adrian Fanaca]

Very good book. I have learned which are the hottest research topics in political science: political violence, non-violence, human rights, we have learned about small n, large n, Mill's difference method, all kinds of useful stuff for a successful political scientist. I would teach this as one of the first topics in the advanced political science degress.