American Government is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of the single-semester American government course. This title includes innovative features designed to enhance student learning, including Insider Perspective features and a Get Connected Module that shows students how they can get engaged in the political process. The book provides an important opportunity for students to learn the core concepts of American government and understand how those concepts apply to their lives and the world around them. American Government includes updated information on the 2016 presidential election.Senior Contributing AuthorsGlen Krutz (Content Lead), University of OklahomaSylvie Waskiewicz, PhD (Lead Editor)

The Etruscans influenced not only the government of the Roman monarchy, but also the religious practices, and early architecture.

This article explains how early government of the Roman city-state evolved. The foundation of the government under the Roman Republic was established during the Roman monarchy.

Introduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a typical, one-semester introductory sociology course. It offers comprehensive coverage of core concepts, foundational scholars, and emerging theories, which are supported by a wealth of engaging learning materials. The textbook presents detailed section reviews with rich questions, discussions that help students apply their knowledge, and features that draw learners into the discipline in meaningful ways. The second edition retains the book’s conceptual organization, aligning to most courses, and has been significantly updated to reflect the latest research and provide examples most relevant to today’s students. In order to help instructors transition to the revised version, the 2e changes are described within the preface.

Define common forms of government, such as monarchy, oligarchy, dictatorship, and democracy
Compare common forms of government and identify real-life examples of each

Gain insights into the causes of political upheaval in France and the role that young people played in the Paris Uprising of 1832, in this video excerpt from Les Miserables, Masterpiece. Set in a tavern, the scene conveys the various viewpoints of the era, including those who supported the monarchy, those who favored Napoleon, and those who were determined to return to the earlier principles of the 1789 French Revolution, even if it meant outright rebellion once again. [1:42]

Learn about the significance and influence of Magna Carta on U.S. history and government in this video from the James Otis lecture series. [1:22]

Describes the monarchy of Palestine, Egypt, and Mesopotamia. Discusses the monarchs Saul, Solomon, and David.

Read about Julius Caesar's reforms of the Roman government in this passage from William Morey's 1901 textbook.

U.S. History is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of most introductory courses. The text provides a balanced approach to U.S. history, considering the people, events, and ideas that have shaped the United States from both the top down (politics, economics, diplomacy) and bottom up (eyewitness accounts, lived experience). U.S. History covers key forces that form the American experience, with particular attention to issues of race, class, and gender.Senior Contributing AuthorsP. Scott Corbett, Ventura CollegeVolker Janssen, California State University, FullertonJohn M. Lund, Keene State CollegeTodd Pfannestiel, Clarion UniversityPaul Vickery, Oral Roberts UniversitySylvie Waskiewicz

By the end of this section, you will be able to:

Compare and contrast monarchy and republican government
Describe the tenets of republicanism

Describes the diversity of governments in ancient Greece and the four main types that existed - democracy, monarchy, oligarchy, and tyranny.