Modern American Political Dynasties

Modern American Political Dynasties
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages : 385
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ISBN-10 : 9781440854439
ISBN-13 : 1440854432
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Book Synopsis Modern American Political Dynasties by : Kathleen Gronnerud

Download or read book Modern American Political Dynasties written by Kathleen Gronnerud and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2018-10-18 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of entries offers a front seat view of the rise, reign, and fall of powerful modern political families and examines the effects they have had on political, social, and economic issues in American society. Modern American Political Dynasties: A Study of Power, Family, and Political Influence is a unique research resource and fascinating read that explores the dynamics and modern America's most influential political families. It provides a thorough study of approximately 20 of the best-known surnames in 20th-century American politics. More than just a biography, it highlights how these families' dynamics have influenced political practice and thought, providing a holistic context for the evolution of political dynasties in the United States. The text includes a historically grounded examination of the crossroads of family and politics as it charts the origins, development, peak strength, and decline of each family. It is the only published volume to include biographical and contextual information on major political dynasties in addition to fascinating research on high-profile personalities. The book is for any research institution collection and will be of interest to both academics and general readers interested in American history and politics.


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