The only introductory textbook to combine theory, comparative politics, and international relations to provide the most comprehensive and global introduction to politics available. Authored by a trio of subject experts, this market-leading introduction to politics brings together political theory, comparative politics, and international relations to offer a unique and complete overview of the subject. Key features - Combines concepts and ideologies, comparative politics, and international relations into one volume, to provide a fully comprehensive introduction for undergraduates. - Includes a wide range of contemporary and historical case studies from across the globe, helping to contextualise the material for students. - The book moves beyond a descriptive narrative, taking an analytical approach that ensures students are challenged to form their own ideas and develop their own perspectives. - Also available as an e-book enhanced with self-assessment activities and multi-media content to offer a fully immersive experience and extra learning support. New to this edition - A brand new chapter on politics in the Anthropocene, covers the climate emergency, the emergence of green theories, and climate justice. - Extensive updates reflect recent political developments including President Trump's second term and its emerging impact on global order, the trajectory of China as a world power, and the war in Gaza. - With a focus on real-world issues and an extensive range of thought-provoking case studies, Issues in Political Theory provides the clearest, most engaging introduction to political theory and how it is applied to address the most important issues confronting the world today. - New case studies include coverage of the suffragette movement, the UN Security Council's role in the war in Ukraine, the global indigenous rights movement, and Libya as a failed state. - Updated interactive resources, available via the enhanced e-book and Politics Trove, include new self-test questions to consolidate learning and build confidence, and political scenarios which encourage students to apply their theoretical knowledge to real-world contexts. Digital formats and resources The sixth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: The e-book and Politics Trove offer a mobile experience and convenient access, along with multiple-choice questions, political scenarios, video content, chapter flashcard glossaries, functionality tools, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support. For more information about e-books, please visit: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks

Excellent introduction to politics that is pitched at the appropriate level for a first year undergraduate politics and international relations course. It captures the essence of basic concepts in political science and introduces them to students in an accessible way with appropriate use of contemporary empirical material to aid understanding and be illustrative of key concepts and theories. * Dr. Neil McGarvey, University of Strathclyde *
An excellent, comprehensive textbook that provides a very balanced approach to political theory, comparative politics, and global politics. There is a particularly commendable focus on engaging with contemporary political developments and a very strong emphasis on non-western approaches to political questions, ideas, and institutions. * Dr. Liam Kneafsey, Trinity College Dublin *
This remains to my mind the best political studies textbook on the market. It provides a broad introduction to the 'basics', while expanding its focus out to bring in contemporary concerns and examples. It is clearly written without oversimplification, and it doesn't talk down to students. * Dr. David Moon, University of Bath *

Robert Garner is Emeritus Professor of Politics at the University of Leicester, United Kingdom. Peter Ferdinand is an Emeritus Professor in Politics and International Studies at the University of Warwick, United Kingdom. Stephanie Lawson is an Emeritus Professor of Politics and International Studies at Macquarie University, Honorary Professor of Pacific Affairs, Australian National University, and Senior Research Associate, Faculty of Humanities, University of Johannesburg.