Political Ideologies

Political Ideologies: An Introduction, 7th Edition, is an undergraduate textbook that surveys the major doctrines that have shaped politics past and present. Written by Andrew Heywood, the book shows how studying ideological traditions helps clarify global developments such as the decline of liberal democracy and the spread of authoritarianism.

The text examines foundational traditions such as liberalism, conservatism, and socialism alongside movements including feminism, green ideology, and multiculturalism. The 2021 edition added a dedicated chapter on populism addressing the rise of populist politics worldwide.

Designed for undergraduate students in introductory politics, political theory, or political ideologies courses, the volume also accommodates readers exploring the subject for the first time. In-text features such as Key Thinker boxes highlight influential perspectives across ideological traditions.