Foundations of Public Service

Several features make this book stand out as an effective teaching and learning tool:

Integration of Theory and Practice—The book integrates public administration theory and practice through the use of cases, historical examples and summary questions at the end of each chapter.

Internal Summaries—The book includes tables and charts to summarize and distill the main features of each chapter.

Master Cases—Each section of the book includes a master case that is integrated into the discussion of topics and principles covered in each subsequent chapter.

Historical Context—The book provides students with a chronological development of four governing legacies that have remained at the center of public administration since the founding of the nation in 1787.

Study Questions—Each chapter includes study questions to help guide students through the chapter, and to reflect upon the practical implications of topics discussed in each chapter.

Bibliography—The book includes a comprehensive bibliography.