What Is a Democracy? (Understanding Political Systems) - Softcover

Hardyman, Robyn

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1482403072 ISBN 13: 9781482403077

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing, 2014

Synopsis

If you live in the United States, you have a good idea of what a democracy is. However, there are many different kinds of democracy throughout the world. From the Roman republics to American democracy, this type of government has grown and changed for centuries. Readers find out about democracy, which countries use it to govern, and learn some positives and negatives about this type of government. Accessible, in the news and relevant subject matter help build a fundamental understanding of this concept. Sidebars, photographs, and captions clarify ideas within the narrative. The conclusion summary chapter reinforces understanding of democracy.

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About the Author

Robyn Hardyman is a highly experienced book author and editor. She has written a variety of titles for children and her subjects include outdoor adventure books, social sciences and literacy. Robyn is married with children and lives and works in Oxford.

Edition details

• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1482403072
• ISBN 13: 9781482403077
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48