This report covers the textbook , primarily authored by Rod Hague , Martin Harrop , and John McCormick . Now in its 13th edition (released in early 2025 by Bloomsbury Publishing ), the book is a leading global resource for undergraduate political science. 1. Core Concept and Approach

: The systematic study and comparison of diverse political systems worldwide, focusing on regimes, governance structures, and political behavior.

The book is typically organized into sections that move from abstract concepts to specific institutional analysis:

: It emphasizes empirical reasoning—using hard facts and evidence—rather than normative (opinion-based) statements. 2. Structural Breakdown

The text provides a thematic introduction to comparing political systems. Unlike books that focus on country-by-country case studies, this text uses a , comparing how different institutions (like legislatures or courts) function across various regimes.