Presidential Elections 1789-2008 [Paperback]

CQ Press (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 5, 2009 | ISBN-10: 1604265418 | ISBN-13: 978-1604265415 | Edition: 10

This comprehensive resource explains with detail and clarity the evolution of presidential elections. Now updated to include comprehensive coverage of the 2008 contest between John McCain and Barack Obama, as well as vote totals for the states that held presidential primaries in 2008, this convenient volume explains the process through which the president is elected including the complexities of the Electoral College system. Readers will find information on who runs for president and how the process works from primaries to inauguration; the contests held for every presidential election from 1789 to 2008; the impact of the primary and caucus systems; popular and electoral votes for all presidents from 1789 to 2008; the role of the Electoral College and related political debates; and a biographical directory of U.S. presidential and vice-presidential candidates. Enhanced with data tables, maps, portraits of candidates, political cartoons, and other illustrations, this unique volume brings to life the history and processes behind presidential elections for a wide range of readers. Priced affordably with limited budgets in mind, this updated edition of Presidential Elections will become an essential part of public, academic, and high school library collections.

Product Details

• Paperback: 417 pages
• Publisher: CQ Press; 10 edition (November 5, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1604265418
• ISBN-13: 978-1604265415
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #388,012 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars DISGRUNTLED PURCHASER, April 16, 2010

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Arthur M. Simon "ART" (Miami) - See all my reviews
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Previously, I purchased the 9th Edition (1789-2004) of this CQ Presidential Elections series. It is a great reference tool. The book is very well organized and chock full of useful information. So, I was excited when the new 10th Edition (1789 - 2004) was annnounced for pre-order on Amazon - especially inasmuch as the posted details state that the new edition is 417 pages. Inasmuch as the 9th edition is less than 300 pages, naturally I assumed that the 10th edition would contain a lot of new material, thereby justifying the purchase price. Upon receipt of the book I was dismayed to find that the new 10th edition is still less than 300 pages long (contrary to what was/is stated on the Amazon.com website's listing), and that almost all of the material in the 10th edition is identical to the 9th edition.

In all fairness, I would rate this book a definite 5-star - and I would recommend it to anyone who studies American politics and government - UNLESS, you already have an earlier edition of this CQ Presidential Elections series. If you do (as I do), then the marginal benefit of the new edition is not worthy of a "buy" rocommendation (a one-star rating at best). Hence, on balance I give it a 3-star rating.

5.0 out of 5 stars Presidental Elections 1798-2008, September 28, 2011

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Charles L. Lyons III - See all my reviews
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THis is the most complete and interesting compendium of election facts and figures that I have ever seen! I am a political junkie as well as a history buff , so for me, this book is an absolute delight as I can study voting trends over decades and also enjoy the text material for insight into the process. I would recommend this to anyone with an interest in politics.