The Enduring Debate: Classic and Contemporary Readings in American Politics, Fourth Edition

by David T. Canon (Editor)

The most comprehensive reader available for courses in American government, The Enduring Debate, Fourth Edition, balances classic and contemporary selections from a variety of scholarly and popular sources. In addition, each chapter presents at least two readings in debate-style format, encouraging students to read critically and to explore the different sides of an issue.

Genres: Politics, School, Nonfiction, Textbooks

720 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1997

Reviews

[M]

Great, introduction textbook.

[Ali Rites]

I really liked the insight into politics. I felt that it held a lot of information I didn't know and turn to be very much necessary to understanding the US government.

[X]

I read the eighth edition, but I can’t find a specific page for that one.

[Alex]

Absolutely intriguing; papers and letters from different politicians about the framing and interpretations of our political system and the ideas, misconceptions, and theories within. Definitely a must-read for ANYONE even remotely interested in the inner-workings of government.

[Sarah]

Excellent editorial choices.

[Alyson Stone]

Hahaha..This is one of the worse books I ever had to read for a class.