The ninth edition of Policy-Making in the European Union offers students and scholars a comprehensive understanding of the processes and institutions involved in EU policy-making. It particularly examines these processes in a more politicized context.

This volume provides a state-of-the-art analysis on the fourth wave of far-right politics in Germany by leading scholars in the field.

Thomas Hobbes' Leviathan is arguably the greatest piece of political philosophy written in the English language. Written in a time of great political turmoil (Hobbes' life spanned the reign of Charles I, the Civil Wars, the Commonwealth and the Protectorate, and the Restoration), Leviathan is an argument for obedience to authority grounded in an analysis of human nature. Since its first publication in 1991 Richard Tuck's edition of Leviathan has been recognised as the single most accurate and...

This book discusses the ways civil society initiatives open communities to newcomers and why, how,and under what circumstances some are more welcoming than others,exploring importance of transgressive cosmopolitanism as a basis for creating more inclusive and pluralistic societies.

Psychoanalytic Reflections on Vladimir Putin: The Cost of Malignant Leadership attempts to explore the core psychodynamics that appear to characterize Vladimir Putin’s presidency.

The Psychology of the Extreme provides an accessible introduction to extremism as a force that can affect all aspects of culture and people’s choices in everyday settings.

The Polycentric Republic presents a compelling and innovative critique of modern social contract theory. It reveals how the social contract theory systematically neglects the interests and prerogatives of non-state associations.

Focusing on the continued terrorist threat by jihadist groups, such as Al Qaeda and ISIS, and homegrown violent far-right and far-left extremists in the West, Terrorism and Counterterrorism investigates this form of political violence in a historical and contemporary context. In this comprehensive and highly readable text, renowned expert Brigitte Nacos clearly defines terrorism’s diverse causes, actors, and strategies; outlines anti- and counterterrorist responses; and highlights terr...

A text book for students on foundation degrees which are structured around the Common Core of Skills and Knowledge for the Children's Workforce.

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