State Theory

Zusatztext

This volume develops a novel approach to state theory. It offers a comprehensive review of the existing literature on the state and sets a new agenda for state research.<p>Four central themes define the scope of the book: an account of the bases of the operational autonomy of the state; the need to develop state theory as part of a more general social theory; the possibilities of explaining 'capitalist societalization' without assuming that the economy is the ultimate determinant of societal dynamics; and a defence of the method of articulation in theory construction.</p><p>In developing these issues, Bob Jessop both builds on and goes well beyond the view presented in his earlier books,<i>The Capitalist State</i> (1982) and<i>Nicos Poulantzas</i> (1985). The result is a highly original statement which will become a center-point of discussion. The volume confirms the author's standing as one of the most important post-War Marxist state theorists.</p>

Autorenportrait

<b>Bob Jessop</b> is the author of several previous works including<i>Thatcherism</i> (Polity, 1988).

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