This book offers an updated introduction to the study of political science. Its lively and engaging style, as well as its accurate and comprehensive coverage, have made this highly successful book a leading one in the field of political science.

The fourth edition is systematically revised and updated to cover significant developments, such as the global economic crisis and the "Arab Spring". The book also has a new, more comprehensive chapter structure, which helps students see the interrelation of different topics and better understand the increasing interdependence between domestic and global events.

By analyzing key debates on political issues, it highlights the arguments of both sides of a specific proposition. In this way, it provides a comprehensive analysis of important political terms and concepts, particularly those with complex and controversial meanings.

A balanced and authoritative book, supported effectively by informative and insightful comments on current political developments, it is essential reading for students in all areas of the scientific field, as well as for readers with a general interest in the subject.