The Development of the American Presidency

by Richard J. Ellis

Book Overview

A full understanding of the institution of the American presidency requires us to examine how it developed from the founding to the present. This developmental lens, analyzing how historical turns have shaped the modern institution, allows for a richer, more nuanced understanding beyond the current newspaper headlines. The Development of the American Presidency pays great attention to that historical weight but is organized by the topics and concepts...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138786276
• ISBN13: 9781138786271
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 648 Pages
• Weight: 2.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.1" x 9.0"