Lobbying and Society: A Political Sociology of Interest Groups by John C. Scott

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Lobbying and Society by John C. Scott "Lobbying and political interest groups occupy an ambivalent place in advanced democracies. This insightful book injects a new sociological understanding of politics and policy. As the book convincingly reveals, a sociological understanding of lobbying and interest groups illustrates the edges and boundaries of representative democracy itself"-- FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Lobbying and political interest groups occupy an ambivalent place in advanced democracies. Lobbying is viewed with suspicion, but is also a critical avenue for voices in policy debates. This insightful book injects a new sociological understanding of politics and policy. Interest groups help set political agendas, provide support to policymakers, and mobilize resources around issues. They are also the means by which individuals and organizations achieve advantage over others in social and economic life. John C. Scott incorporates theory and research about interest groups into political sociologys approach to issues of power, inequality, and public policy. As he convincingly reveals, a sociological understanding of lobbying and interest groups illustrates the edges and boundaries of representative democracy itself. Using case studies and data, and organized by topics such as influence, collective action, representation, and inequality, the book is a critical resource for students of policymaking and political sociology. Notes This title incorporates theory and research about interest groups into political sociologys approach to issues of power, inequality and public policy. Author Biography John C. Scott is Research Associate Professor of Public Policy at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Table of Contents Acknowledgements Introduction: A Social Orientation to Interest Groups and Political Life Chapter 1: Interests and Groups Chapter 2: Power, Access, and Influence Chapter 3: Interest Groups as Intermediaries between Nation-States and Citizens Chapter 4: Inequality and Interest Groups Chapter 5: Interest Group Politics in a Global Context Chapter 6: New Directions in the Study of Lobbyists and Interest Groups References Review "This book offers an admirably accessible introduction to a broad range of interest group research, from the influence of interest groups to the role they play at the global level. It will be a valuable resource for all students and scholars in this area."—Andreas DÜr, Department of Political Science and Sociology, University of Salzburg, Austria "Weaving seamlessly between cases and theory, sociology and political science, US, UK, and European politics, John Scott has produced a must-read for any who want better to understand the roles of lobbying organizations, social movements, or policy advocates in any country. One can learn as much from the wealth of case material as from the development of the theories and perspectives offered here."—Frank Baumgartner, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Review Text "This book offers an admirably accessible introduction to interest group research. It covers the whole breadth of research, from the question of interest group influence to the role that interest groups play at the global level. I recommend it highly as a valuable resource for all students and scholars interested in interest groups." Andreas D Review Quote "This book offers an admirably accessible introduction to interest group research. It covers the whole breadth of research, from the question of interest group influence to the role that interest groups play at the global level. I recommend it highly as a valuable resource for all students and scholars interested in interest groups." Andreas D Details ISBN1509510354 Pages 200 Year 2018 ISBN-10 1509510354 ISBN-13 9781509510351 Format Paperback Imprint Polity Press Subtitle A Political Sociology of Interest Groups Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom Series Political Sociology Media Book DEWEY 324.40973 Publication Date 2018-09-21 Short Title Lobbying and Society Language English UK Release Date 2018-09-21 NZ Release Date 2018-09-21 Author John C. Scott Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Alternative 9781509510344 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2018-09-20 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:136270833;

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