This book presents a revised version of modernisation theory.

To demonstrate the powerful links between belief systems and political and socioeconomic variables, this book draws on the World Values Surveys, a unique databa

This book examines volunteering in detail from a civil society perspective, using empirical data garnered from various sources for countries all over the globe.

Presents and tests a theory that helps explain the rise of environmentalist parties, gender equality, and same sex marriage - and the reaction that led to Brexi

The twentieth century gave rise to profound changes in traditional sex roles. However, the force of this 'rising tide' has varied among rich and poor societies