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Coverage: 1991-present. Comprehensive reports on current social, economic, political, and environmental issues in the news. Each report presents an extensive overview and then discusses pros and cons to critical questions. Most have substantial bibliographies for further investigation. Terms of use
Provides a picture of all aspects of political life, from political theory and methodology to political sociology, comparative politics, public policies, and international relations.
Examines the ideas of the major political theorists from before Plato to the present: the main schools of political thought, the concepts and issues that have captured the imagination and attention of political theorists, and some of the main institutions and practices inspired by political thought.
Provides a comprehensive reference work on terrorism from a distinctly historical perspective, offering systematic analyses of key themes, problems and case studies from terrorism's long past.
2002 ed. Essays by subject experts treat concepts and doctrines, policymaking, commerce and science, human rights and arms control, with specific articles on topics ranging from anti-imperialism to environmental diplomacy, from refugee policies to terrorism and countermeasures.