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Roskin, Michael Gary was born on April 25, 1939 in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Son of Reuben Louis and Mae (Munster) Roskin.
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Systematically examining politics from around the world, Countries and Concepts presents ten accessible and in-depth studies of Britain, France, Germany, Russia, Japan, China, India, Mexico, Nigeria, and Iran. This text looks at similarities and differences in five key areas of each country to facilitate comparative analysis, defining important concepts and integrating examples from current events throughout. Highly readable and thought-provoking, Countries and Concepts introduces students to the politics and governments of the world and bolsters their civic education by considering the historical, political, economic, geographical, and moral aspects of democracy.
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Introduces the concepts and vocabulary of Comparative Politics through a country-by-country analysis and recent case studies. By demonstrating that political life is universal and comparable, the text also proves that no country is really alien, but rather that all countries are understandable. Identifies the key institutions , political culture and patterns of interaction in Great Britain, France, Germany, Russia, Japan, China, Brazil, South Africa and Iran. For individuals interested in understanding the inner workings of 9 major, contemporary political systems.
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A country-by-country introduction to comparative politics which places emphasis on explaining the basic concepts, vocabulary, key facts and current developments. The author considers the history, key institutions, political attitudes, patterns of interaction and controversies of each country. The book covers Britain, France, Germany, the Soviet Union, China, Brazil and South Africa.
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Political science educator author
Roskin, Michael Gary was born on April 25, 1939 in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Son of Reuben Louis and Mae (Munster) Roskin.
Bachelor of Arts California, Berkeley, 1960. Master of Arts, University of California at Los Angeles, 1963. Doctor of Philosophy, American University, 1973.
Foreign service officer, United States Information Agency, Munich, Bern, Washington, 1964-1967; editor, Associated Press, New York City, 1967-1969; editor, Washington Post, 1969-1970; professor political science, Lycoming College, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, since 1972. Visiting professor United States Army War College, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, since 1991.
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Member Pennsylvania Political Science Association (president 1990-1992), Northeast Political Science Association.
Married Therese Blazhys, February 19, 1969. Children: Alexander, Pamela, Constance.