Political Analysis: A Guide to Data and Statistics

This book introduces you to the most common and contemporary statistical methods to help you better understand the world. It covers how to use statistics to analyze problems, select the most appropriate techniques, and interpret the results. Whether you want to pass your statistics class, build your knowledge, or engage in research and debate, this book empowers you to confidently interact with statistics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 504 pages
Publication date: 29 March 2023
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd

Why rely on others to explain the world to you? From news reporting on elections and political crises to everyday advertising, you are inundated with statistics. Instead of being swayed by flawed arguments and questionable correlations, this book introduces you to the most common and contemporary statistical methods to help you better understand the world. It's not about mindless number crunching or flashy techniques but about knowing when to use statistics as the best tool to analyze a problem. Whether you want to answer questions like, "Who is most likely to turn out and vote at the next election?" or "What accounts for some political conflicts escalating to war?" you will explore what can and cannot be done with statistics, and how to select the most appropriate statistical techniques and correctly interpret the results.

Perhaps you simply want to understand enough to pass your statistics class and move on. Maybe you want to build your knowledge to be included in research and debate. Or it could be the first step towards more advanced study. Whatever your goal, this book guides you through the journey, empowering you to confidently interact with statistics to become a more formidable student, employee, and democratic citizen.

Weight: 864g
Dimension: 170 x 243 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529774832