'A compelling perspective on the historical and intellectual changes within the political science discipline. … Highly recommended.' M. J. Dudas, Choice
Preface; 1. The problem of social order and the history of political science; 2. Plurality and unity; 3. Processing community; 4. Bringing community back in; 5. Conflict and consensus; 6. Support for the system; 7. Questioning consensus; 8. Power and participation; 9. The problem of social order and the future of political science; Bibliography.