Description
The Public Administration Theory Primer explores how the science and art of public administration is definable, describable, replicable, and cumulative. The authors survey a broad range of theories and analytical approaches--from public institutional theory to theories of governance--and consider which are the most promising, influential, and important for the field. This book paints a full picture of how these theories contribute to, and explain, what we know about public administration today.
The third edition is fully revised and updated to reflect the latest developments and research in the field including more coverage of governments and governance, feminist theory, emotional labor theory, and grounded research methodology. Expanded chapter conclusions and a brand-new online supplement with sample comprehensive exam questions and summary tables make this an even more valuable resource for all public administration students.
Author: H. George Frederickson, Kevin B. Smith, Christopher Larimer
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 07/28/2015
Pages: 320
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.80d
ISBN13: 9780813349664
ISBN10: 0813349664
BISAC Categories:
- Political Science | Public Affairs & Administration
About the Author
H. George Frederickson is Distinguished Professor of Public Administration at the University of Kansas, USA.
Kevin B. Smith is Professor of political science at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA.
Christopher W. Larimer is Associate Professor of political science at the University of Northern Iowa, USA.
Michael J. Licari is Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost at Indiana State University, USA.
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