Politics (Us Edition): An Introduction to Democratic Government, Third Edition

Eagles and Johnston have constructed a great text for an introduction into government. This text discusses parliamentary government, bicameralism, federalism, separation of powers, totalitarianism, organized interests, elections, etc... However, this book is probably not suitable for a student with an existing knowledge of politics and the United States government.

After years of writing political theory, this book was supposed to be for me a simple reference 'just in case'. I found myself scouring it again and again, for it superbly filled out those little pockets of ignorance which are intrinsic to the vast study of democracy. The book is comprehensive enough to mention and guide the reader through the basics of nearly every aspect of government. Where it leaves off, a reading-list is given, further guiding the curious into the next levels of study. I feel extremely lucky to have found this book, and this after majoring in Politics, after receiving a law degree, and after years of private study and thought. If only I could have found it sooner, say, in college. Well, better late than never.