comparative government

Presents volume one of an illustrated four-volume encyclopedia on governmental institutions, historical figures, and political systems around the world, and contains alphabetically-arranged articles, maps, and photographs on major people, themes, and events, from Afghanistan to Djibouti.

Introduces forms of government developed and used by various ancient civilizations, examining a range of cultures from the ancient Chinese to the Vikings, and discussing caste systems, systems of city-states, democracies, monarchies, and other systems of government.

Examines the various forms of government that have developed around the world, with a special focus on the ascension of democracy.

Examines the various types, structures, and functions of government around the world, as well as the evolution of political systems and the factors contributing to their rise and fall.

Offers an overview of world government, describing the governments and political structures of 193 countries, analyzing topics that impact the world, and providing information on international law, global networks of power, world organizations, and more.