American Government: Political Change And Institutional Development With Infotrac by Calvin C. Jillson (2004, Paperback)

Key Details
Author:	Calvin C. Jillson
Language:	English
Publisher:	Wadsworth Pub Co
Format:	Paperback
ISBN-10:	0534643264
ISBN-13:	9780534643263

Additional Details
Edition Number:	3

Size
Length:	516 pages
Thickness:	0.8 in
Weight:	27.5 oz

Publisher's Note
This textbook presents the political principles and constitutional foundations of American politics, describes the political parties and major institutions that make up the national government, and overviews the domestic and international policy issues and opportunities facing the United States. The third edition covers the 2004 election and adds a section on the Department of Homeland Security. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

With its brief format and new, four-color design, AMERICAN GOVERNMENT: POLITICAL CHANGE AND INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT provides a framework of historical development and institutional change to help students understand American government and politics. Each chapter begins with a brief overview of the historical development of the institution or process presented, and then examines its role in contemporary American politics at length. Taken as a whole, the book tells the story of American government from its inception to its current role and responsibility as lone superpower in an increasingly global environment.