Governance and American Politics - Classic and Current Perspectives (Paperback)

This comprehensive reader for the American government course provides articles and commentary from a broad array of political commentators and practitioners. Readings are arranged topically to match the typical organization of the American government course, but a cross-referenced table of contents allows instructors and students to find resources and make connections across the chapters. Features: * Unifying theme of governance emphasizes the interaction between governmental institutions and non-governemental aspects of U.S. policy, such as political parties, the media, the economy, and state and local governemtns. * Both conservative and liberal positions are well represented throughout by a broad selection of both classic readings and lively journalistic selections. * Coverage of corruption and abuse of power, as well as coverage of alternative futures provides perspectives often missing in political readers. * Introductory essays for each of 16 sections provide a broad context and background for reading. * Key concepts offer easy review of important terms used in each selection. * Chapter Headnotes provide a one or two paragraph introduction to each selection. * Points to Ponder follow each selection and give students directions for further thought.

General

Imprint:	Brooks Cole
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	October 1994
First published:	November 1997
Authors:	James P. Pfiffner
Dimensions:	233 x 163 x 27mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	660
ISBN-13:	978-0-15-501000-0
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > General
LSN:	0-15-501000-X
Barcode:	9780155010000

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