“John Roper has long been one of the most astute foreign observers of the American political scene. This fine book promises a general introduction to its topic, but it delivers much more.”
Cal Jillson – Professor of Political Science, Southern Methodist University, USA
“Excellent. Drawing upon his deep knowledge of American politics and history,and written with typical fluency, Roper has produced an eloquent supplement to general texts on American politics.”
Chris Bailey – Professor of American Politics, Keele University, UK
“A lively and accessible text offering help to those entering the sometimes bewildering universe of US politics for the first time.” Niall Palmer – Lecturer in American Politics, Brunel University, and Associate Fellow of the Institute for the Study of the Americas, UK