Government in America: People, Politics, and Policy, Brief Edition (10th Edition) [Paperback]

George C. Edwards (Author), Martin P. Wattenberg (Author), Robert L. Lineberry (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0205662870 | ISBN-13: 978-0205662876 | Publication Date: December 26, 2008 | Edition: 10

Framing its content within a resonant “politics matters” theme and emphasizing public policy throughout, this accessible text illustrates the impact that government has on the daily lives of each and every American, particularly its effect on students. 

 

Through engaging and interactive boxed features and a focus on the issues that matter to most, this practical text motivates readers to become active participants in our political system, and helps overcome apathy toward government.  The brief edition of this bestselling text includes the streamlined content of the comprehensive version. 

Product Details

• Paperback: 768 pages
• Publisher: Longman; 10 edition (December 26, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0205662870
• ISBN-13: 978-0205662876
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #25,459 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #61 in Books > Politics & Social Sciences > Government     > Civics

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3.0 out of 5 stars Good, not great, March 16, 2011

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A basic introductory text that (for me) has too many overlapping topics strewn through different chapters. It could use better editing to re-organize the materials. Also, many of the photos are distracting, unnecessary and add nothing to the text. To me this is more of a high school than a college text.

5.0 out of 5 stars Book came in quick and better than expected., January 24, 2012

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I needed the book quick and amazon did that. The book had no wears and tears. Look more than decent and the condition it was in on amazon said good but it was more than good more like "like new" and i will always come to amazon for all my textbook needs. Thanks

1.0 out of 5 stars Unprofessional, November 14, 2011

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