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Routledge American City Politics - Routledge Library Editions

Name: Routledge American City Politics - Routledge Library Editions
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the foundational structures of United States urban governance with American City Politics from the Routledge Library Editions: the City series. This scholarly work provides a detailed introductory outline of how city politics function within the American federal system. It examines complex dynamics, including the politics of feudal aid, to give readers a clear understanding of urban power structures. Through four specific case studies, the text analyzes the distinct political roles played by the mayor, the manager, the boss, and the administrator-entrepreneur. By looking at these different leadership models, readers gain insight into how cities are managed and governed. The book concludes with comparative reflections that connect these American studies to the significance of British local government. Originally published in 1970, this text remains a significant resource for students and professionals in anthropology, sociology, and political science. It serves as an essential reference for anyone studying the historical and structural development of urban political systems.

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Comprehensive structural outline of United States city politics and urban governance systems.

Detailed examination of the city within the federal system and the politics of feudal aid.

Four specific case studies covering the roles of mayor, manager, boss, and administrator-entrepreneur.

Comparative analysis providing reflections on the relevance to British local government.

Part of the respected Routledge Library Editions: the City collection for academic study.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415417716
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 21 December 2006
Listed Since: 26 January 2007

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