Political Psychology: Key Readings Contributor(s): Jost, John T. (Editor), Sidanius, Jim (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1841690708 ISBN-13: 9781841690704 Publisher: Psychology Press OUR PRICE: $82.16 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2004 Annotation: The chapters in this reader were written by leading scholars in the areas of political science and social psychology. The interdisciplinary fusion reflects the vast range of topics and issues at the forefront of each field. Both contemporary and classic articles are compiled, demonstrating the ever-changing nature of political psychology and offering comprehensive coverage of social psychological research into the processes that have governed local and global affairs in the postmodern world. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | Political - Medical | Mental Health - Psychology | Social Psychology |
Dewey: 320.019 |
LCCN: 2003010695 |
Series: Key Readings in Social Psychology |
Physical Information: 1.05" H x 7.37" W x 9.2" (1.93 lbs) 512 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Political psychology is a dynamic subfield at the intersection of psychology and political science. The specific relationship between politics and social psychology has been steadily evolving in recent years, making it a compelling and exciting area of study. The chapters in this reader were written by leading scholars in the areas of political science and social psychology. Both contemporary and classic articles are compiled, demonstrating the ever-changing nature of political psychology and offering comprehensive coverage of social psychological research into the processes that have governed local and global affairs in the postmodern world. Topics covered include authoritarianism, political leadership, public opinion, decision-making, prejudice, intergroup relations, terrorism, and revolution. |