Books about government feature a broad range of works focused on studying and analyzing government systems and structures. It includes books on political theory, public administration, policy-making, and the workings of various government institutions. Topics covered may include comparative politics, international relations, legislative processes, and the role of government in society. The collection consists of scholarly texts, practical guides, historical accounts, and critical analyses that provide insights into how governments function, their impact on citizens, and the principles guiding public governance. Whether for academic study, professional development, or general interest, these books offer valuable perspectives on the mechanisms and challenges of government. Here are our books about government.
How Democracies Live | Power, Statecraft, and Freedom in Modern Societies by Stein Ringen illustrates the successes of democracy and how governments can strengthen their commitment to democratic values. Drawing on the ideas of Machiavelli, Aristotle, Tocqueville, Max Weber, and others, Ringen shows how power is the fuel of government, and statecraft turns power into effective rule.
What’s Luck Got to Do With It? | How Smarter Government Can Rescue The American Dream by Edward Kleinbard examines the impact of brute luck in life. Like it or not, our lives and opportunities are determined largely by luck. Kleinbard shows that while we can’t undo every instance of misfortune, we can offer a path to not just a fairer America, but greater economic growth, more broadly shared.
We Are Better Than This | How Government Should Spend Our Money by Edward Kleinbard discusses new ways for government money to be spent in order to best further American society. The author unmasks the tax mythologies and false arguments that too often dominate contemporary discourse about budget policies.
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Amitav Acharya
Esther Allen
Gerard Araud
Chris Bohjalian
Andrew Scott Cooper
Vincent Coppola
Eva Dou
Caldwell B., Esselstyn, Jr., M.D.
Bruce Falconer
Gillian Lipton
Sven Steinmo
Robert Suettinger
Tanzina Vega
Olajide Williams
Dalena Wright