Essentials of Political Ideas

1st Edition (2018)


A companion volume to Essentials of UK Politics, 4th edition, this book is written specifically for the new A Level syllabus in Political Ideas and covers all the topics of the Edexcel and AQA specifications (for first examination in 2019). It contains a wide range of useful features to help students develop and apply their understanding of ideas, ideologies and thinkers.

Companion website: www.palgravehighered.com/heywood-essentials-of-political-ideas


'This book is an excellent guide to lead both teachers and students through all the political ideas needed for the new A-level specification.'

Sarah Webb, Cranleigh School, Cranleigh.

 

'A brilliant companion to the new linear course.'

Jal Patel, Woodhouse College, London.


Contents

  • Introducing Political Ideas and Ideologies

PART 1 – TRADITIONAL POLITICAL IDEAS

  • Liberalism
  • Conservatism
  • Socialism

PART 2 – OTHER POLITICAL IDEAS

  • Anarchism
  • Nationalism
  • Feminism
  • Ecologism
  • Multiculturalism