American Government : Institutions and Policies (Brief 5 Revised ed)

"American Government, the classic, brief text for introductory American government courses, is acclaimed for its clear writing and the exceptional scholarship of its prominent author. The new edition examines national institutions and the historical background of American politics, with frequent comparisons to other governmental systems and processes. In addition, the text scrutinizes modern issues such as the impact of the media and money, as well as the role of the family in current political attitudes. The Fifth Edition works within an effective framework that emphasizes the historical development of the American political system, with insights on the philosophies and politics of the framers of the Constitution. Internet references at the end of each chapter.Thoroughly updated tables and figures throughout the text.