The Citizen Reader

The Citizen Reader is a collection of essays and excerpts on civics and government, intended for use in schools. The authors emphasize the importance of informed citizenship and provide historical and philosophical background on the principles of democracy. This book will be of interest to educators and students of political science and civic engagement.

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