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This book is designed for students of Politics and International Relations at both undergraduate and postgraduate level It provides explanations of fifty core concepts in political research methods and, uniquely, explains how these methods can be used in International Relations Where relevant, alternative research concepts and strategies are suggested Each concept will incorporate a simple definition, a focused explanation, an examination of key debates and areas of research, along with cross-references tother related concepts This format allows students and researchers alike tutilise the text either as a companion tspecific modules, or on a dip into basis Key Features: - Provides an overview of the place of each concept in Politics and International Relations under the headings: meaning, origins and current usage - Concepts are grouped intsections corresponding tthe main themes usually covered in teaching - Relevant concepts in the book are emboldened and linked by listing at the end of each concept - Guidance is provided tfurther reading on each of the concepts discussed