Handbook of Biology and Politics

Handbook of Biology and Politics
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Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages : 561
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ISBN-10 : 9781783476275
ISBN-13 : 1783476273
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Book Synopsis Handbook of Biology and Politics by : Steven A. Peterson

Download or read book Handbook of Biology and Politics written by Steven A. Peterson and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2017-05-26 with total page 561 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The study of biology and politics (or biopolitics) has gained considerable currency in recent years, as articles on the subject have appeared in mainstream journals and books on the subject have been well received. The literature has increased greatly since the 1960s and 1970s, when this specialization first made an appearance. This volume assesses the contributions of biology to political science. Chapters focus on general biological approaches to politics, biopolitical contributions to mainstream areas within political science, and linkages between biology and public policy. The volume provides readers with a comprehensive introduction to the subject.


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