Politics In States And Communities

by Brittany L. Penberthy, Susan A. MacManus

Uses a conflict management theme to illustrate state and community politics
Politics in States and Communities is distinguished by its focus on politics, its comparative approach, its concern with thorough explanation, its interest in policy, and its focus on conflicts in states and communities. Several themes are carried on throughout the book that emphasize the importance of politics at the state and community level including the “conflict management” theme which emphasizes the sources and nature of conflict in society, how key decision makers act in conflict situations, and how “politicos” emerge and determine “who gets what.” MySearchLab is a part of the Dye/MacManus program. Research and writing tools, including access to academic journals, help students understand critical thinking in even greater depth. To provide students with flexibility, students can download the eText to a tablet using the free Pearson eText app. Before you purchase, check with your instructor or review your course syllabus to ensure that you select the correct ISBN . Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, including customized versions for individual schools, and registrations are not transferable. In addition, you may need a CourseID , provided by your instructor, to register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products. Packages Access codes for Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products may not be included when purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson; check with the seller before completing your purchase. Used or rental books If you rent or purchase a used book with an access code, the access code may have been redeemed previously and you may have to purchase a new access code. Access codes Access codes that are purchased from sellers other than Pearson carry a higher risk of being either the wrong ISBN or a previously redeemed code. Check with the seller prior to purchase. -- 0133745767 / 9780133745764 Politics in States and Communities Plus MySearchLab with eText -- Access Card Package Package consists 0205239927 / 9780205239924 MySearchLab with Pearson eText -- Valuepack Access Card 0205994725 / 9780205994724 Politics in States and Communities

Genres: Nonfiction, Politics

610 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1969

Reviews

[Mack Carrasquillo · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was required to read the 15th edition of this book for my State and Local Government class. We read chapters 1-13. My 2 star rating is not based on my class experiences in relation to this book at all. It is solely based on how I feel about this text book.

This is by far the worst textbook I have ever read. A textbook is generally never a fun read but at least you gain information from them. Somehow the writers of this book made information insanely confusing through sometimes using incorrect words to explain a definition or misusing punctuation. I understand that government can be a confusing class so maybe this form of government does not click for me but I feel like the book could have done so much better at explaining the material. In my opinion, this textbook felt like they wanted to fill the pages as much as they can while saying nothing. The only reason this doesn’t get one star is because I do feel like I learned the slightest bit from this book.

[Robert · Rating 3 out of 5]

POLI 2056 stratusphere

[Michelle D]

Good basic text. Read for prerequisite coursework.