American Public Opinion (1914)

By James Davenport Whelpley

Book Overview

American Public Opinion is a book written by James Davenport Whelpley and published in 1914. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the public opinion of Americans during the early 20th century. Whelpley explores the various factors that shape public opinion, including political, social, and economic influences. He also examines the role of the media in shaping public opinion and the impact of public opinion on political decision-making.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of public opinion. The first chapter provides an overview of the concept of public opinion and its importance in a democratic society. The following chapters delve deeper into the various factors that shape public opinion, including the influence of political parties, the media, and social and economic factors.Whelpley also explores the role of public opinion in shaping political decision-making, including the impact of public opinion on elections and the role of public opinion in shaping public policy. He argues that public opinion is a powerful force in American politics and that politicians must pay close attention to the views of the public if they hope to be successful.Overall, American Public Opinion is a seminal work in the field of political science and provides valuable insights into the nature of public opinion in America during the early 20th century. It remains an important reference for scholars and students of American politics and public opinion.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164024221
• ISBN13: 9781164024224
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 282 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"