Description
Book SynopsisBy tracing the history of the PSA, The Development of a Discipline: The History of the Political Studies Association reveals the changing nature of the study of politics in Britain and the development of British higher education.
- Shows how the PSA developed from a small elitist club to a highly professional discipline
- Offers parallels to the development of the study of politics as a discipline in the UK
- Appeal extends to those who study higher education and political scientists
Trade Review"Others will also enjoy the book for its well-judged account of the association's history, its rich insights into disciplinary developments, and for Grant's perceptive, humane observations of the individuals involved." (Times Higher Education, 17 February 2011)
Table of ContentsTables, Boxes and Illustrations
Preface
Chapter 1: The Emergence of a Discipline
Chapter 2: An Elitist Discipline? 1950–63
Chapter 3: The Stirrings of Discontent: 1964–75
Chapter 4: The Oxford-Led Insurgency: 1975
Chapter 5: An Activist and Expanding PSA: 1975–79
Chapter 6: Political Science in a Cold Climate: 1979–92
Chapter 7: A Work in Progress: 1993–2009
Chapter 8: Women and Diversity in British Political Science
Chapter 9: Conclusions: Confronting the Challenges
References
Index
