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1	A People's History of the United States: 1492-Present more books like this by Howard Zinn, Ph.D. Since its original landmark publication in 1980, "A People's History of the United States" has been chronicling American history from the bottom up, throwing out the official version of history taught in schools--with its emphasis on great men in high places--to focus on the street, the home, and the, workplace. Known for its lively, clear prose ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £10.58! \| signed copies
2	Democracy in America more books like this by Professor Alexis de Tocqueville When it was first published last year, Harvey Mansfield and Delba Winthrop's new translation of "Democracy in America" was lauded in all quarters as the finest and most definitive edition of Tocqueville's classic thus far--complete with the most faithful and readable translation to date, impeccable annotations of unfamiliar references, and a ... see all copies from £1.42! new only from £4.50! \| first editions
3	The Future of Freedom: Illiberal Democracy at Home and Abroad more books like this by Fareed Zakaria Today we judge the value of every idea, institution and individual by one test: is it popular? Or, more practically, do the majority of those polled like it? This transformation has affected not just politics, but also law, business, culture and even religion. Every institution and profession in society must democratize or die. Democracy has gone ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £9.53! \| signed copies \| first editions
4	The Way Things Ought to Be more books like this by Rush Limbaugh Every week more than 11 million listeners on over 450 radio stations nationwide tune in to "The Rush Limbaugh Show", and his audience is sure to grow when his nationally syndicated television program debuts in September 1992. Now Limbaugh puts his conservative values, blunt talk, blistering attacks and scathing wit into print in his first book. see all copies from £2.73! new only from £5.46! \| first editions
5	Struggle for Democracy more books like this by Edward S Greenberg This critical thinking approach to American government challenges students to evaluate the quality of democracy in America today within a unique framework that offers a holistic view of our system. This unique text challenges students to think critically about American government and politics through the use of two compelling organizational themes ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £7.51! \| first editions
6	Supercapitalism: The Transformation of Business, Democracy, and Everyday Life more books like this by Robert B Reich One of the nations most valued voices on politics, business, and the economy--the bestselling author of "Locked in the Cabinet" and "The Work of Nations"--discusses the clash between capitalism and democracy, in this timely, impassioned, and highly important book. see all copies from £9.53! new only from £9.53! \| first editions
7	Give Me Liberty: A Handbook for American Revolutionaries more books like this by Naomi Wolf From an icon in the contemporary feminist movement and a well-respected political commentator comes this clear, accessible handbook about how to understand and use democracy. see all copies from £5.46! new only from £5.46!
8	The Rise of American Democracy: Jefferson to Lincoln more books like this by Sean Wilentz Winner of the Bancroft Award: "Monumental...a tour de force...awesome in its coverage of political events."--Gordon Wood, "New York Times Book Review" Acclaimed as the definitive study of the period by one of the greatest American historians, "The Rise of American Democracy" traces a historical arc from the earliest days of the republic to the ... see all copies from £6.78! new only from £6.78! \| first editions
9	Democracy Matters: Winning the Fight Against Imperialism more books like this by Cornel West Noted theologian and professor Cornel West advocates a faith-based response to what he sees as a creeping imperialism that threatens our democratic heritage. West's trenchant analysis of American culture at a post-9/11 crossroads makes challenging reading. His references range from key epochs in American history, to classical Greece, to the ... see all copies from £7.07! new only from £9.22! \| signed copies \| first editions
10	Understanding American Government more books like this by Susan Welch UNDERSTANDING AMERICAN GOVERNMENT is highly respected and trusted for its attention to research and issues of diversity, its award-winning team of authors, and its brief length, made so by not covering policy. While covering the basic foundations and features of American Government, this text also moves beyond the nuts and bolts, to explain why ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £21.16!
11 view cover	Living Democracy more books like this by Daniel M Shea Everything about this dynamic book-from its engaging writing and examples, to its bold graphics and photos, to its innovative learning pedagogy and interactive assessment-is designed to get readers to in all aspects of American politics. American Government instructors overwhelmingly cite student apathy as the single biggest problem in their ... see all copies from £7.57! new only from £19.65! \| first editions
12 view cover	Approaching Democracy more books like this by Larry Berman This paperback text introduces students to the basics of American government, structured around democracy as an ideal toward which we continually strive. Thematically organized it prepares students to review events in the context of this goal. Cases and real-world examples reflect contemporary trends and events. This third edition includes the ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £9.83! \| first editions
13 view cover	Deterring Democracy more books like this by Professor Noam Chomsky A devastating analysis of America's political actions (as opposed to its rhetoric) before, during and after the Cold War. Using secret National Security Council planning documents and taking post-war Europe and Central America as paradigms, the author examines America's aggressive colonialist policy. It draws alarming connections between its ... see all copies from £2.01! new only from £5.49! \| signed copies \| first editions
14 view cover	Profit Over People: Neoliberalism & Global Order more books like this by Professor Noam Chomsky In this thought-provoking new collection of essays, Noam Chomsky examines democracy in theory vs. democracy in action. The brilliant thinker reveals how the political and economic principles that have prevailed are far removed from those that are popularly proclaimed. see all copies from £4.57! new only from £9.28! \| first editions
15 view cover	New American Democracy more books like this by Morris P Fiorina With an emphasis on elections and their importance in our political system, Morris Fiorina and Paul Peterson's groundbreaking text offers a stimulating, analytical approach to American government that engages students as it gives them a unique understanding of their political system as it exists and functions today. The accessibility of instant ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £6.11! \| first editions
16 view cover	The Best Democracy Money Can Buy more books like this by Greg Palast An award-winning investigative journalist exposes Jeb Bush's and Katherine Harris's stealing of the presidential election in Florida; recent stories on George W. Bush's payoffs to corporate cronies; the payola behind Hillary Clinton; and the faux energy crisis. see all copies from £2.01! new only from £5.46! \| signed copies \| first editions
17 view cover	Government by the people more books like this by James MacGregor Burns This work now brings readers the insights of four prize-winning political scientists - including new author David Magleby. This edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to meet the needs of American government classes today. This book is available in four versions. The Basic Version (comprising chapters 1-17 plus chapter 31) covers ... see all copies from £2.65! new only from £5.46! \| first editions
18 view cover	The Case for Democracy: The Power of Freedom to Overcome Tyranny and Terror more books like this by Natan Sharansky, Ron Dermer One of the leading figures in the Soviet human rights movement who became a major political voice in Israel writes about democracy, about which he has earned the right to be passionate.. Natan Sharansky believes that the truest expression of democracy is the ability to walk into the middle of a town square and say whatever you like without fear ... see all copies from £3.03! new only from £5.46! \| first editions
19 view cover	Democracy in America more books like this by Alexis de Tocqueville In the world of books, there are hundreds of timeless classics. But only one collection of great works is a classic in itself - "Britannica's Great Books". This 60-volume set brings you centuries of celebrated writings from the greatest minds of all time, including Plato, Shakespeare, Swift, Freud, Hemingway and Twain. "Britannica's Great Books" ... see all copies from £3.10! new only from £7.51! \| first editions
20 view cover	The European Dream: How Europe's Vision of the Future Is Quietly Eclipsing the American Dream more books like this by Jeremy Rifkin At one time the American Dream was the ideal and envy of the world. But today, at the dawn of the new Millennium, Europe is pointing a new way to the future. In this major new book, best-selling author Jeremy Rifkin argues that Europe has a vision of its own and is overtaking America as the world's next superpower. The American Dream was based on ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £8.19! \| first editions
21 view cover	Moyers on Democracy more books like this by Bill Moyers From the famed broadcaster and one of the nation's most-admired public figures, this collection of blisteringly eloquent speeches delivers inspiring words that embody the best of the American spirit. see all copies from £11.01! new only from £14.69! \| signed copies \| first editions
22 view cover	Strong Democracy: Participatory Politics for a New Age more books like this by Benjamin R Barber Since its appearance twenty years ago, Benjamin R. Barber's "Strong Democracy "has been one of the primary standards against which political science thinking and writing is measured. Defined as the participation of all of the people in at least some aspects of self-government at least some of the time, "Strong Democracy "offers liberal society a ... see all copies from £5.25! new only from £10.43! \| first editions
23 view cover	Models of democracy more books like this by David Held The first edition of Models of Democracy has proved immensely popular among students and specialists world-wide. In a succinct but far-reaching analysis, David Held provides an introduction to central accounts of democracy from classical Greece to the present and a critical discussion of what democracy should mean today. The second edition has ... see all copies from £1.36! new only from £10.00! \| first editions
24 view cover	Civility: Manners, Morals and the Etiquette of Democracy more books like this by Stephen L Carter Carter considers the nature of civility and incivility, examining how it is reflected in and reinforced by our language and culture, explaining the role of the family and religion, and concluding with a summary of the basic rules of civility. The book draws on examples ranging from Internet virus infectors to the Christmas creche in the town ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £9.53! \| signed copies \| first editions
25 view cover	Peoples History of the United States. more books like this by Howard Zinn Unlike most high school history texts, this volume examines American history from the perspective of groups of people who have been treated unfairly by society: blacks and other minorities, women, Native Americans, and poor workers. Includes numerous quotations and descriptions of little-known events. see all copies from £6.18! new only from £41.29! \| first editions

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