Gale encyclopedia of U.S. history; government and politics; 2v. by Paula Kepos and Derek Jacques - 2008

Gale, 2008. Hardbound. New Book. Hardbound. This two-volume encyclopedia provides information on government in the United States from its roots in precolonial European governments and the social arrangements of native peoples to the present. Designed to be compatible with the National Council for Social Studies High School U.S. History Curriculum Standards (and textbooks and lessons based on those standards), the encyclopedia presents 400 entries divided in eleven chronological chapters. Each chapter provides an overview of the particular historical era and the social changes underway at the time; describes institutions, doctrines, and procedures of governance and their social repercussions; presents biographies of major political figures, social advocates, leaders, lawmakers, and other important individuals; discusses political parties (including minor parties), platforms, and key issues; describes topics outside of government that had a major impact on American politics, including natural disasters, wars, scandals, religious movements, and social reform groups; and examines significant legislation, court cases, and trials. Each chapter also provides a brief guide to further reading. The encyclopedia is illustrated with black and white illustrations and photographs. (2008 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR)