Synopsis
Using jargon-free language and a carefully structured comparative framework, this book combines intensive individual country studies of seven important contemporary political systems "and" systematic comparison of these countries in terms of six key areas. KEY TOPICS: " It explores the countries of England, France, Germany, Japan, China, Russia, and Nigeria -- individually and comparatively--using a consistent framework of: history and political culture, the social setting, the political framework, political participation, political leadership, and political performance; weaves theoretical and conceptual material into descriptive material for each country; highlights a major political system in the process of transition and engaged in " state building" -- The Russian Federation.
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Using jargon-free language and a carefully structured comparative framework, this book combines intensive individual country studies of seven important contemporary political systems and systematic comparison of these countries in terms of six key areas. It explores the countries of England, France, Germany, Japan, China, Russia, and Nigeria — individually and comparatively—using a consistent framework of: history and political culture, the social setting, the political framework, political participation, political leadership, and political performance; weaves theoretical and conceptual material into descriptive material for each country; highlights a major political system in the process of transition and engaged in “state building” — The Russian Federation.
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