Tva and the Grass Roots: A Study of Politics and Organization

by Philip Selznick

The famous and influential study of politics in action at all levels in the creation and expansion of the Tennessee Valley Authority -- with all its land use, agricultural, political and human effects. Landmark application of political and social theory coupled with prodigious research and insightful analysis made this a legendary work. Newly republished in print and digital formats in the Classics of the Social Sciences Series from Quid Pro Books, this acclaimed book is presented to a new generation of social scientists and historians with a new Foreword by Berkeley law professor Jonathan Simon. All formats include embedded page numbers from prior editions for continuity of reference and citation. This edition is reproduced in modern format with hyperaccurate proofreading of text and notes, and properly formatted tables.

Genres: History

Paperback

First published January 1, 1979

Reviews

[Sam Love · Rating 2 out of 5]

An organizational dive into the early years of the TVA. A bit dry. The book raised interesting questions for me regarding how a Green New Deal might be enacted on a regional level, and such a public institution's vulnerability to being derailed by local elites. But, there are better histories of the TVA out there.

[Claire · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good overview of TVA from a sociological organizational perspective. Lots of insights into how to establish regional political bodies and effectively integrate local opinion and support through co-optation.

[Ken Davidian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting overview of TVA and great insights into cooperation...