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This book covers the development of the presidential office within the context of constitutional interpretations of presidential power and socio-political and economic developments, as well as foreign affairs events, from 1789-2015. It provides details on the men who have held the office, and biographies of vice presidents, unsuccessful candidates for the office, and noteworthy Supreme Court and other appointees. The Historical Dictionary of the U.S. Presidency contains a chronology, an introduction, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 300 cross-referenced entries on the development of the institution of the presidency, and details the personalities, domestic and foreign policy governing contexts, elections, party dynamics and significant events that have shaped the office from the Founding to the present day. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the U.S. Presidency.

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This title in Rowman and Littlefield's series of essential information on a broad range of subjects covers all aspects of the U.S. presidency. Author Conley is a specialist on presidential-congressional relations, particularly the modern period. The main entries in the A-Z arrangement are clear, succinct, balanced, and comprehensive, including unsuccessful candidates (e.g., Robert LaFollette and George Wallace) and related topics, such as the war in Iraq. The book is enhanced by cross-references, see also references, a wide range of helpful appendixes, and an extensive bibliography, which includes 2014 works. This will be valuable for 2016 election questions and afterward in public and academic libraries. Booklist

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Richard S. Conley is associate professor of political science at the University of Florida. His research areas include the presidency, presidential-congressional relations, and comparative executives and legislatures. He has written numerous articles, book chapters, and several books, including the Historical Dictionary of the Reagan-Bush Era, Historical Dictionary of the George W. Bush Era, and . Historical Dictionary of the Clinton Era.

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