The Handy American Government Answer Book
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Visible Ink Press
Published:1st Dec '17
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Yet few outside Washington actually understand how our government and political system should work, much less how it actually operates. This informative book traces the historic development of the government, the functions of each branch, and how they work together. Written in an entertaining, reader-friendly, question-and-answer format, The Handy American Government Answer Book deciphers the news behind the headlines through well-researched answers to nearly 800 common questions.
"… provides clear definitions and explanations for nearly 800 areas of governance … a solid resource for high-school students and any general readers with questions about how government works." Booklist
“If there was ever a book you need to wrap up for your political giftee, it’s “The Handy American Government Answer Book” by Gina Misiroglu. Imagine pages and pages that make politics easy to understand and that explain how things work.” – Bookworm Sez
“… answers about 1,000 questions related to the function of the US government, covering basics and contemporary issues … the origins of American government; the Constitution; federalism; the executive, legislative, and judicial branches and related concepts …” Protoview Book News
Praise for the previous edition ...
". . . this easy-to-navigate book removes complexity from a serious subject: government." Tampa Tribune
"This reference is a meaningful addition to the educational tools [for] students as well as general political observers and voters who want to better understand the issues of the day." American Reference Books
ISBN: 9781578596393
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400 pages