"Politics and Power in the United States" by Kristin Thiel explores the intricate dynamics of American political systems and the various forms of power that shape governance and policy-making. The book delves into the foundational structures of the U.S. government, the role of political parties, interest groups, and the impact of media on public opinion. Thiel analyzes contemporary issues such as partisanship, electoral processes, and social movements, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of how power operates at local, state, and national levels. It’s an essential guide for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of American politics and its implications for democracy. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Discovering America an Exceptional Nation .

This book has been graded for interest at 12-17 years.

There are 112 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 2018 by Cavendish Square Publishing .