Today's Isms

A time-honored classic, this book provides thoroughcoverage of both theoretical and practical aspects of the major modernpolitical ideologies. Tracks the historical developmentof the major isms over the course of the twentieth century -- showingthe interplay between theory and practice over time. Includes newsections on topics such as: the demise of communism in the former SovietUnion and throughout the world; monetary policy; cultural conservatism;capitalism and democracy; fascism today; Chinese communism; the effects ofBill Clinton's election as president.