political science

Readers learn about how the president gets elected, their various roles, the power they have and how that is balanced with other branches of government, and controversies and hardships a president may face during their time in office.

Readers learn about freedoms and responsibilities as they are presented with useful facts about U.S. citizenship.

Presents an introduction to the structure and function of the U.S. government, exploring the rules that affect citizens lives and the reasons behind them.

A book for young readers about the life of Thomas Paine and the impact of his most famous work, Common Sense.

Supreme Court decisions have impacted many parts of American life throughout the country's history, and understanding these decisions helps readers become more informed citizens.

Provides an introduction to the Bill of Rights, looks at other civil and political rights, and discusses citizens' responsibilities.

"... historian Alfred W. McCoy explores America's rise as a world power--from the 1890s through the Cold War--and its bid to extend its hegemony deep into the twenty-first century through a fusion of cyberwar, space warfare, trade pacts, and military alliances. McCoy then analyzes the marquee instruments of US hegemony--covert intervention, client elites, psychological torture, and worldwide surveillance. Peeling back layers of secrecy, McCoy exposes a military and economic battle for global domination fought in the shadows, largely unknown to those outside the highest rungs of power"--Back cover.

"Examines the history and evolution of oligarchy as a political system, as well as the role of money in politics today"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines the history and evolution of government systems, including theocracies, authoritarianism, absolute monarchies, and democracies"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines the history and evolution of dictatorship as a political system"--Provided by publisher.