Political structure and processes

For a long time, Orthodox Christianity was regarded as a religious tradition that was incompatible with democracy.

This book provides the first comprehensive introduction to, and enquiry into, the rules of Western Australia's (WA) system of government.

This book is a study of the political development of the many factions that surfaced in Mexico from the achievement of independence in 1821 to General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna's last government in 1853-55.

This book analyzes and explains the ways in which major developing world cities respond to the challenge of urban violence.

Based on a new data-set covering 29 European and neighboring countries, this volume shows how, Europeans view and evaluate democracy: what are their conceptions of democracy, how do they assess the quality of democracy in their own country, and to what extent do they consider their country's democracy as legitimate?

This book is a comprehensive compilation of all reports, testimony, correspondence and other publications issued by the GAO (Government Accountability Office) during the month of May, grouped according to the topic: National Defense.

In the immediate years and months before the outbreak of religious war in 1562 the growth of Protestantism in France had gone unchecked, and an overriding sense of Protestant triumphalism emerged in cities across the land.

With populist, nationalist and repressive governments on the rise around the world, questioning the impact of politics on the nature and role of law and the state is a pressing concern.

The Power of Religion in the Public Sphere represents a rare opportunity to experience a diverse group of preeminent philosophers confronting one pervasive contemporary concern: what role does or should religion play in our public lives?

A “frightening and important” look at our unsustainable future (Time Out Chicago).

This book examines interactions and discusses intersectionality between public international law and private international law.

Martin Luther King Jr.

Democracy is Britain's gift to the world.

This book explores the paradoxes and unique characteristics of the World Economic Forum, highlighting contemporary issues and debates on global governance, economic development and corporate social responsibility.

The state of political discourse in the United States today has been a subject of concern for many Americans.

This book is the first attempt to rethink and appraise the role of temporary commoning experiences that develop in contexts of crisis.

This collection of state-of-the-art essays explores conspiracy cultures in post-socialist Eastern Europe, ranging from the nineteenth century to contemporary manifestations.

The Little Rock Crisis frames the story of the Little Rock 1957 desegregation crisis through the lens of memory.

During his presidential campaign, Barack Obama himself told veteran political reporter Richard Wolffe, 'You'll get more access than anyone else', and Renegade is his unique story of how a political newcomer with no money and an outsider's name grew into the world's most powerful leader.

Nine contributors analyze state-society relations in India.

Les résultats de la plupart des élections provinciales survenues depuis 2018 ont été interprétés comme le signal d’un retour de la droite au gouvernement.

Cybersecurity expert Theresa Payton tells battlefront stories from the global war being conducted through clicks, swipes, internet access, technical backdoors and massive espionage schemes.

This book provides an analysis of the European Parliament elections 2019 with a focus on East-Central European countries.

This book examines the processes of transition from authoritarian rule in Tunisia and Egypt between 2011 and 2014, arguing that differences between the two countries can be explained by the conduct of their respective political parties.

Whither China?

The Mughal Empire dominated India politically, culturally, socially, economically and environmentally, from its foundation by Babur, a Central Asian adventurer, in 1526 to the final trial and exile of the last emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar at the hands of the British in 1858.

The field of elections and electoral systems, and particularly electoral reform, has exhibited tremendous growth and cross-national appeal over the last two decades.

The United Nations in the 21st Century, Sixth Edition, provides a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the UN.

An immersive reconstruction of the life of the most feared and powerful man of the sixteenth century.

Forecasts of the death of democracy are often heard and the United Kingdom is on the death watch list.

This edited book provides a multi-disciplinary approach to the topics of translation and cross-cultural communication in times of war and conflict.

This book provides a detailed study into whether Ministers in the Council vote the same way as Members of the European Parliament if they are from the same national party.

This book assesses the impact of presidential character on the popularity, productivity, and ethics of contemporary presidents.

The call to make the world a better place is inherent in the Christian belief and practice.

The 1970s and 1980s heralded the rise of neoliberalism in United States culture, fundamentally reshaping life and work in the United States.

From 'Covfefe' to #FraudNewsCNN and #FakeNews, Donald Trump's tweets have caused an international frenzy.

This memoir attempts to capture the humor and sheer incongruity of working across cultures in an international career spanning diplomacy and education.

Calling for a faith that lives by what it affirms, not just by what it denies, this book outlines a positive, engaging message supported by active spiritual practices, and carried out in action for a better community and planet.

This Element explores how the Japanese state is trying to balance the unfolding demands of the digital economy.

Through the analysis of data on support for and opposition to European integration in Central and Eastern Europe, this book explores how and why support for the EU has changed in this region and the factors that have led to the fall in popularity of the EU as an institution.

In den vergangenen Jahrzehnten hat die religiöse und kulturelle Vielfalt in Deutschland zugenommen und als gesellschaftspolitisches Thema an Gewicht gewonnen.

Idealistic and eager to serve his country, Army Reservist JAG Captain Matt C.

This book explores the emergence of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) as an alternative political force in Uttar Pradesh.

Classical Athenian literature often speaks of democratic politics in sexual terms.

One of the most controversial figures of the New Deal Era, Harry Hopkins elicited few neutral responses from his contemporaries.