The Politics Book

Explore the key milestones in the field of politics broken down clearly and simply with The Politics Book.

This overview guide is brilliant for novices looking to learn more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge of politics.

Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy-to-follow format. The Politics Book brings a fresh, vibrant take on the topic, breaking it down visually through images and diagrams.

This book will broaden your understanding of politics with:




Knotty theories and shedding light on abstract concepts
Facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts
A visual approach to big subjects with illustrations and graphics throughout
Easy-to-follow text making topics accessible for people at any level of understanding


Discover everything from the origins of democracy to Machiavelli's cunning statecraft, and from Rousseau's “social contract” to Marxist communism, the dawn of populism, and identity politics. Explore the “big ideas” behind the numerous different political beliefs and methods of government used around the world and throughout history.

Fully revised and updated with eight brand-new pages of content, The Politics Book is a truly accessible and comprehensive route into a fascinating subject.