The Roots of American Bureaucracy, 1830-

Nelson (law and history, New York University) argues that the mugwump reformers who built the early American bureaucracies cared less about enhancing government efficiency than about restraining the power of majoritarian political leaders in Congress and the executive branch. This reprint includes a 13-page author's note looking at current issues, developments, and research in the field. Annotation 2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)