"A brilliant and insightful introduction - perfect for anyone who wants to know why the study of politics is so important."
Steven Kettell, University of Warwick
'This inspiring book is a must for anyone who wants to understand how politics shapes the world and why only we have the power to change the future.'
Lisa Nandy MP
'I am naturally excited about any book that seeks to persuade students to study politics. But in this compact volume, Andrew Gamble does so much more. Without ever losing his critical edge, he captures the high idealism, low tactics, and sheer excitement of engagement in the public arena.'
Jennifer Hochschild, Harvard University
* Preface
* Introduction
* Chapter 1 Why bother with politics?
* Chapter 2 What is at stake in politics?
* Chapter 3 What is the point of studying politics?
* Chapter 4 Can politics make a better world?
* Endnotes
* Further reading
Andrew Gamble is Professor of Politics at the University of Sheffield and Emeritus Professor of Politics at the University of Cambridge.