Historical Dictionary of United States Political Parties

The third edition of Historical Dictionary of United States Political Parties provides a comprehensive overview of political parties in the United States, including their key concepts, terms, labels, and individuals. It includes biographies of party leaders, major party presidential tickets, minor party presidential nominees, congressional party leaders, institutional offices, and a chronology. The dictionary section has over 500 cross-referenced entries and is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in United States politics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 490 pages
Publication date: 26 February 2022
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Political parties have been a significant force in shaping American political life for over two centuries. This volume provides a comprehensive overview of the key concepts, terms, labels, and individuals central to understanding the role of political parties in the United States. The dictionary includes brief biographies of party leaders, major party presidential tickets, noteworthy minor party presidential nominees, congressional party leaders, floor leaders, and chairs of the national party committees of the Democratic and Republican Parties. It also addresses the institutional offices they occupy and represent. The third edition of Historical Dictionary of United States Political Parties includes a chronology, an introduction, appendices, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 500 cross-referenced entries on concepts, terms, labels, and individuals central to identifying and comprehending the key roles political parties have played in American political life. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about United States Political Parties.

Weight: 726g
Dimension: 230 x 154 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538169520
Edition number: Third Edition