Studies in Civics by J. T. McCleary
"Studies in Civics" by J. T. McCleary is an educational text written in the late 19th century, specifically revised in 1897. This work serves as a thorough guide for understanding civics and government, focusing on the structure and functioning of various governmental institutions in the United States. The book aims to educate students about the importance of civic involvement, law, and public service, while fostering a deeper understanding of the American political
system. The opening of "Studies in Civics" establishes its educational purpose, emphasizing the necessity of government as a societal organization aimed at providing public works, establishing justice, and ensuring common defense. McCleary highlights the inherent social nature of humans that drives the formation of governments. He introduces the reader to fundamental concepts of civic engagement, laying the groundwork for a more detailed exploration of local, state, and national governments in subsequent chapters. Through a structured approach, the text directs attention to the significance of civic responsibility and the active role of citizens in governance, indicating that these themes will be elaborated upon throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | McCleary, J. T. (James Thompson), 1853-1924 |
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| Title | Studies in Civics |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Charles Franks, Andy Schmitt, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JK: Political science: Political inst. and pub. Admin.: United States |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10733 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 20, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 91 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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