Terms of Inquiry: On the Theory and Practice of Political Science

by James W. Davis

Book Overview

Following World War II, American social science research became increasingly characterized by its adherence to the scientific method. The application of the scientific method and efforts to achieve precision in the social sciences opened the doors to large research programs, particularly in political science and international relations. However, as research became less accessible to the general public, policymakers began to ignore the findings...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0801880858
• ISBN13: 9780801880858
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.3" x 9.0"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary