This book offers an in-depth, multidisciplinary analysis of governance concepts and their diverse applications and implications. It serves as a vital resource for students and academics in the social sciences, especially those focused on public policy studies, providing valuable insights into the complexities of governance.
This Element denaturalises political science, stressing the contestability and contingency of ideas, traditions, subfields, and even the discipline itself.
Focusing on the current political landscape in Britain, this study offers insightful critiques of New Labour while proposing radical alternatives. It delves into the dynamics of the most influential political movement, examining its implications and exploring new ideas that challenge the status quo. Through a thorough analysis, it aims to illuminate the intricacies of contemporary politics and inspire a rethinking of prevailing political ideologies.
Focusing on the reasoning behind the evolution of ideas, this book offers a philosophical exploration of how concepts develop over time. It delves into the historical context of thought, analyzing key influences and shifts in perspective that shape intellectual discourse. Through this lens, it examines the interplay between ideas and their historical significance, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of knowledge and understanding throughout history.
Interpretive political science focuses on the meanings that shape actions and institutions, and the ways in which they do so. This Handbook explores the implications of interpretive theory for the study of politics. It provides the first definitive survey of the field edited by two of its pioneers.0Written by leading scholars from a range of disciplinary backgrounds, the Handbook's 32 chapters are split into five parts which explore: the contrast between interpretive theory and mainstream political science; the main forms of interpretive theory and the theoretical concepts associated with interpretive political science; the methods used by interpretive political scientists; the insights provided by interpretive political science on empirical topics; the implications of interpretive political science for professional practices such as policy analysis, planning, accountancy, and public health With an emphasis on the applications of interpretive political science to a range of topics and disciplines, this Handbook is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and practitioners in the areas of international relations, comparative politics, political sociology, political psychology, and public administration
Exploring the evolution of the modern state, the book highlights the risks posed to democracy by shifting governance models. Mark Bevir critiques the reliance on outdated representative government concepts while emphasizing an increasing dependence on expertise, markets, and networks. This transition has led to blurred accountability and diminished legitimacy within democratic systems, raising concerns about the future of democratic governance both in Britain and globally.
Generally referring to all forms of social coordination and patterns of rule, the term 'governance' is used in many different contexts. In this Very Short Introduction, Mark Bevir explores the main theories of governance and considers their impact on ideas of governance in the corporate, public, and global arenas.
This Handbook presents an authoritative and innovative overview of this fascinating field, with particular emphasis on the significant new and emerging concepts and theoretical issues. Divided into four parts, the first explores the major theories influencing current thinking and shaping future research in the field of governance. Part two deals specifically with issues surrounding new theories - the changing role of the state and the emerging function of networks and of alternative domains of governance. Parts three and four then go on to consider the implications for managing governance and recent attempts to rethink democracy and citizenship in ways that are less tied to the formal institutions of the state.
