CQ's encyclopedia of American government

Presents a series of essays that provide overviews of major topics that have confronted American presidents throughout history, with biographies of all presidents and vice-presidents through the election of Bill Clinton, profiles of several influential first ladies, and including statistical data and other material on the presidency.

Offers nontechnical explanations of congressional operations, as well as background on the development of the modern Congress. Provides information on such subjects as the legislative process and the congressional committee system. Also includes profiles of individual committees and short biographies of important members of Congress, past and present.

Presents information about the nation's highest court, looking at the important legal decisions that have shaped modern interpretation of the U.S. Constitution and the men and women who have served as justices, and including facts about the administrative workings of the institution.