The new edition includes increased international coverage of the field, and a strong focus on emerging trends, as well as providing a comprehensive overview of the foundations and key aspects of the discipline.
The Handbook is organised into six thematic sections, including a generously-sized section devoted to case studies of public affairs in action:
- Foundations of PA
- PA and its relationship to other Key Disciplines
- Emerging Trends in PA
- The Regional Development and Application of PA
- Case Studies of PA in Action
- Tactical Approaches to Executing PA
Containing contributions from leading experts in the field today, this Handbook is designed to serve the needs of scholars, researchers, students and professionals alike.