Introduction to Political Theory
The Fundamental Debates of Politics
- Jeffrey Church - University of Wisconsin, Madison, USA
Political Theory & Thought (General)
Jeff Church provides an invaluable introduction to the major themes and problems of contemporary political theory. His Socratic approach of weighing the pros and cons of every argument will make this a truly useful classroom guide. This is a book that can be read with profit by both students and their teachers.
Jeffrey Church has undertaken the daunting task of synthesizing in plain language some of history’s most difficult, yet essential, ideas about the nature of political thinking, institutions, and reasoning. Through appealing examples, provoking questions, and impeccably organized chapters, the book confronts the fundamental questions of political theory. It’s an outstanding introduction to the major issues in the field -- highly recommended!
Jeffrey Church’s book is a masterpiece that in a conversational manner teaches students about the main themes, concepts, figures, and books in the history of political theory. As long-time host of The Political Theory Review, Church knows about the latest developments in the field, and his textbook helps teachers and students understand and participate in the most urgent debates about justice, democracy, freedom of speech, and international relations.