Canadian Democracy
An Introduction
Sixth Edition
ISBN13: 9780195431032ISBN10: 0195431030
Paperback,
608 pages
Jun 2009,
In Stock
Price:
$60.00 (06)Description
This new, revised edition of the best-selling introduction to Canadian politics examines the characteristics, complexities, and controversies of the subject in a way that is comprehensive yet comprehensible. While offering a thorough grounding in the basics of Canadian government--its institutions, ideologies, and processes--Canadian Democracy, Sixth Edition , focuses on issues of individual, group, and regional equalities and freedoms, and raises thought-provoking questions about the nature of Canadian democracy itself. Through its contemporary approach, this innovative text teaches readers to think critically through analysis of current issues, helping today's students become actively engaged citizens.Features
- Reinforces basic concepts. Coverage of nuts-and-bolts structures of Canadian government (e.g., the constitution, federalism, parties and elections, governmental 'machinery') and key features of the political process (e.g., interest groups, the media, diversity, language politics) provides students with a solid foundation for understanding Canadian government.
- Encourages critical thought. Invites students to be active participants in their own education by continually asking them to consider the state of democracy in Canada.
- Comparative approach. Helps students to determine the political role Canada plays in today's world and to grasp how outside influences shape Canadian politics.
Product Details
608 pages; 36 b&w photos, 62 figures, 10 tables, 73 boxes; 7 x 9; ISBN13: 978-0-19-543103-2ISBN10: 0-19-543103-0About the Author(s)
Stephen Brooks is Professor of Political Science at the University of Windsor. He teaches in the areas of Canadian politics and American politics. His research interests include the political influence of intellectuals, political thought in Canada and the United States, foreign perceptions of American politics and public policy. His most recent books include Public Policy in Canada (with Lydia Miljan, 4th edition), and America Through Foreign Eyes: Classic Interpreters of American Political Life
