Clearly written and straightforward, this is one of the most widely used introductory texts available. Ball starts with the definition of politics and the history of its study, then introduces a variety of approaches and substantive aspects of political life, drawing examples from a wide range of states and political systems. He analyzes the characteristics underlying the different systems and discusses such basic concepts as power, authority, legitimacy, and political culture.
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Clearly written and straightforward, this is one of the most widely used introductory texts available. Ball starts with the definition of politics and the history of its study, then introduces a variety of approaches and substantive aspects of political life, drawing examples from a wide range of states and political systems. He analyzes the characteristics underlying the different systems and discusses such basic concepts as power, authority, legitimacy, and political culture.
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