How Long to Read The Philosophy and Methods of Political Science

How Long Does it Take to Read The Philosophy and Methods of Political Science?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 3 minutes to read The Philosophy and Methods of Political Science by Keith Dowding

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This original account of the role of philosophy and methodology in political science gets back to the basics of studying politics. Cutting through long-standing controversies across different theoretical camps within the discipline, Dowding provides an innovative and pluralistic argument for the benefits and drawbacks of different approaches. He offers an analysis of, and a counterbalance to, debates over causal explanation, defending a scientific realist perspective that is open to entirely different methods. Following an introduction to the major 'isms' of modern political science and international relations, the book takes an incisive look at the nature of explanations and generalizations, theory testing, mechanisms, causation, process tracing, interpretation and conceptual analysis. It enables students of political science methodologies and related disciplines to apply sharp analysis and in-depth philosophical understanding to their study of political events and structures. Concluding with chapters on normative political philosophy and the vocation of the political scientist, this is a thought-provoking and wide-ranging text that will make essential reading and will undoubtedly shape the field.

How long is The Philosophy and Methods of Political Science?

The Philosophy and Methods of Political Science by Keith Dowding is 296 pages long, and a total of 75,776 words.

This makes it 100% the length of the average book. It also has 93% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Philosophy and Methods of Political Science Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 54 minutes to read The Philosophy and Methods of Political Science aloud.

What Reading Level is The Philosophy and Methods of Political Science?

The Philosophy and Methods of Political Science is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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