Electoral politics
By: edited by Dennis Kavanagh.
Contributors: Kavanagh, Dennis.; Butler, David, 1924-
Publisher: Clarendon Press; Oxford University Press
Published: 1992
Place of publication: Oxford; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 267
Subjects: Elections.
Description: "Elections are universal methods of political choice and decision-making. This book offers original essays on key topics for every student of the subject." "Focusing particularly on Britain and the United States, the contributions examine the behaviour of voters, the elite and the electorate, the changing impact of the mass media, pacts, proportional representation, election systems and rules, and the policy consequences of elections." "The contributors represent a wide range of expertise and experience from both sides of the Atlantic. Together they offer a tribute to David Butler, the distinguished student of voting behaviour and election campaigning."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Essays presented in honor of David Butler.