Overview

Although a powerful, independent bureaucracy poses a threat to democracy, it is indispensable to its proper functioning. This book provides an overview of the complex relationship between bureaucracy and the politics of democracy and is essential reading for students of sociology, political science and public administration. It is designed to guide students through the maze of classical and modern theories on the topic, to give them basic information on the historical developments in this area and the present them with case histories of the actual relationship between bureaucrats and politicians in democratic societies.

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Author:   Eva Etzioni-Halevy
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Volume:   v.7
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.690kg
ISBN:  

9780415555371

ISBN 10:   041555537
Pages:   284
Publication Date:   06 October 2009
Audience:   College/higher education ,  General/trade ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Part 1: Theoretical Perspectives 1. Classical Theories: Marx, Michels, Mosca 2. Classical Theories: The Weberian Framework 3. Modern Theories: Pluralism and Government Overload 4. Modern Theories: The Technocratic View 5. Modern Theories: The Corporatist View 6. Modern Theories: The Marxist View 7. Bureaucratic Power – A Democratic Dilemma Part 2: Empirical Perspectives 8. The Development of Western Bureaucracy: Overview and Explanation 9. Recent Developments: Some Apparent Counter-Trends 10. Bureaucratic Development and the Power of Bureaucracy 11. Bureaucracy and Party Politics 12. Bureaucracy and Electoral Manipulation 13. Bureaucracy in a Double Bind – Some Case Studies Conclusion

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'A masterful synthesis of existing materials on this important subject.' -- Contemporary Sociology 'It is the product of considerable erudition and will help to enliven courses in administrative theory.' Australian Journal of Public Administration

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