The socio-political complex: An interdisciplinary approach to political life (Pergamon international library of science, technology, engineering, and social studies)

The Socio-political Complex: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Political Life details the various variables that contribute to the socio-political phenomena. The title emphasizes the motivational aspects that drive political behaviors. The text covers the psychological, anthropological, sociological, and economical aspects of politics. The coverage of the selection includes group fermentations and dynamics; values and related matters; and signs and symbols, rituals, and norms. The text also covers social semantics, concept of power, and political culture. The book will be of great interest to anyone concerned in politics and social problem. Content: Other Titles of Interest , Page ii Front Matter , Page iii Copyright , Page iv Preface , Pages ix-x Chapter 1 - Introduction , Pages 1-11 Chapter 2 - Beyond Aristotle's “Political Animal” , Pages 13-30 Chapter 3 - Group Fermentations and Dynamics , Pages 31-61 Chapter 4 - Values and Related Matters , Pages 63-74 Chapter 5 - Crystallization of Values , Pages 75-96 Chapter 6 - Signs and Symbols, Rituals and Norms , Pages 97-110 Chapter 7 - Value/Norm-Forming Agencies and Processes , Pages 111-139 Chapter 8 - Social Semantics , Pages 141-174 Chapter 9 - Total Environment and Man , Pages 175-198 Chapter 10 - Power , Pages 199-211 Chapter 11 - Political Culture , Pages 213-251 Chapter 12 - The Modern West, or the Triumph of Bourgeois Nationalism , Pages 253-285 Chapter 13 - Polity , Pages 287-310 Chapter 14 - People and Government , Pages 311-335 Epilogue , Pages 337-345 Notes and References , Pages 347-379 Index , Pages 381-396 A. Khoshkish. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.