This highly acclaimed introduction to the essential elements of the American political system is now available in a new edition, having been fully revised and updated to take into account the considerable developments in American politics over the last ten years. Written in an accessible manner, Politics in the USA establishes a framework from which to understand the intricacies of politics in the world's most powerful nation. This new edition provides students with: essential background and history of the American political system as well as an explanation of the key structures, processes and institutions a chapter on the significant developments in US foreign policy under Clinton and George W. Bush analysis of Bush's Presidency and the rise of neo-conservatism discussion of controversial issues such as gun control, abortion, gay rights, and stem cell research suggestions for further reading and websites in each chapter. This is the most accessible, comprehensive and up-to-date textbook on American politics and will be of interest to students of American politics and international relations and politics.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN-13
9780415414197
eBay Product ID (ePID)
94697888
Product Key Features
Author
M.J.C. Vile
Publication Name
Politics in the USA
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Government
Publication Year
2007
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
318 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
234mm
Item Width
156mm
Item Weight
612g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
M.J.C. Vile
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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