Politics and the bureaucracy: Policymaking in the fourth branch of government

by Kenneth J. Meier

This best-selling textbook is unique because of its focus on the political side of bureaucracy. Designed to present bureaucracy as a political institution, this book provides coverage of the controls on bureaucracy and how bureaucracy makes policy.

Genres: Textbooks

255 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1987

Reviews

[Amanda J · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don't like this book, but I can understand its usefulness in a classroom setting. It was very repetitive and felt as if it could have been condensed by at least another 50 or so pages.

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is dense, but it is a good intro to public bureaucracy. While this book is the center of a course I'm involved in, I would recommend it in concert with another book, perhaps one that highlights the actual human experience, personal stories, of working in bureaucracy.

Even better the second time!

[ThePulpReader · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Very good introduction on bureaucracy, both as an institution and as a policymaking force. Good to assess some of the elements that characterize bureaucracy."