Public administration Books

Drawing on his experience working in state government, Albert R. Ellingwood details the importance and challenges of interdepartmental collaboration. From budgeting and policy-making to crisis management, this book offers practical advice for anyone...

This report, commissioned by President Franklin Roosevelt in 1947, examines the efficiency of various departments in the federal government and makes recommendations for improvement. It is a fascinating glimpse into the workings of the government in the...

This book provides an analysis of the Austrian municipal system, including its historical development, its underlying principles, and its current challenges and opportunities. Based on extensive research and practical experience, it offers a range of...

This book is an authoritative overview of the principles and practices of public administration in a democratic society. It covers topics such as budgeting, personnel management, regulation, and taxation, and provides real-world examples of how these...

This collection of municipal reports provides a valuable resource for researchers and policymakers interested in local government. Including detailed statistics on public health, transportation, and other key issues, these reports provide a unique window...

In this classic work of political science, George Laurence Gomme provides a detailed account of the principles of effective local governance. Drawing on the best practices of cities and communities throughout history, Gomme offers a compelling vision of...

This comprehensive guide to the election of the mayor, aldermen, and councillors of metropolitan boroughs provides readers with a clear understanding of the election process and the roles and responsibilities of elected officials. Covering topics such as...

Discover the complexities of city government with this insightful and informative book. Delos F. Wilcox provides a clear and concise overview of municipal functions, control, and organization, giving readers a deeper understanding of how cities work...

Ce livre fournit un guide complet pour les maires adjoints et les conseillers municipaux en France, couvrant les aspects juridiques, administratifs et pratiques de leurs rôles. Il est un outil pratique pour toute personne travaillant dans la fonction...

An important government report that outlines the policies and procedures for granting indefinite leaves of absence to superannuated employees of the postal service. This is an essential document for anyone working in the federal government or anyone...

This book contains the standing orders of the British House of Commons relating to private bills, which are bills that concern the interests of specific individuals or organizations rather than the general public. It also includes a table of fees for the...

Das Regierungsblatt des Königreichs Griechenland dokumentiert in diesem Buch alle offiziellen Bekanntmachungen und Entscheidungen der griechischen Regierung aus dem Jahr 1832. Eine wichtige Quelle für Historiker und Politologen.This work has been...

This books contains the official report of the Secretary of the Interior for the fiscal year. Published by the United States Department of the Interior, this report provides a detailed account of the department's activities during the previous year,...

This practical guide to town administration and accounting is designed for use by municipal officials and employees in New York State. Written by experienced practitioners and published by the state Comptroller's Office, the book covers a wide range of...

Explore the principles of Prussian administration in this insightful book. James provides a detailed analysis of the Prussian bureaucratic system, its origins, and its impact on modern governance. With practical examples and a clear writing style, this...

Ce livre présente une série d'études administratives portant sur différents aspects de la gestion publique. Les auteurs examinent les politiques publiques, les finances publiques, les systèmes de planification et de budgétisation, ainsi que les défis de...

Questo volume 67 presenta la rassegna nazionale, una rivista italiana che si occupa di politica, economia, cultura, e società. Il libro è un ottimo strumento per chi vuole approfondire la conoscenza dell'Italia e del mondo italiano.This work has been...

Ce guide pratique est un outil indispensable pour tous les maires et les collectivités locales. Il propose des conseils pratiques sur les différents aspects de la gestion municipale, tels que les finances, l'urbanisme, l'environnement et les relations...

This comprehensive volume collects a wide range of legislative documents from the state of New York, spanning the years from colonial times to the present day. From constitutional amendments to executive orders, from court decisions to gubernatorial...

Jules Josat est un homme politique français qui a occupé le poste de ministre des finances à la fin du XIXe siècle. Dans ce livre, il décrit en détail le fonctionnement de son ministère ainsi que l'organisation générale des autres ministères. Cet ouvrage...

The Bureau of Municipal Research provides a valuable resource for those interested in the history and politics of municipal governance. This book brings together four key reports from the period, exploring topics such as pension legislation, budget...

This book provides a detailed guide to creating a municipal budget, with a focus on the Department of Health in New York City. It offers practical advice and examples of budgeting strategies, as well as data and statistics on health care services in the...

This document contains a collection of issues 9-13 from the Board of Aldermen of New York City. With topics ranging from financial reports to city ordinances, this book provides a unique glimpse into the inner workings of one of America's largest cities...

Ce livre est une analyse approfondie du droit administratif belge en 1866, qui examine spécifiquement comment l'administration de la commune de l'arrondissement de la province et des établissements publics en Belgique est combinée avec la tutelle du...

This report, presented by the prefect of Brazil's Alto Juruá department, covers various administrative aspects of the region. It details the demographics, economic activities, infrastructure, and social services of the area. The book provides valuable...

Mit diesem Buch bietet Heinrich Kretschmayr einen Überblick über die zentralen Verwaltungsstrukturen und -mechanismen in Österreich in der zweiten Hälfte des 19. Jahrhunderts. Er behandelt nicht nur elementare Elemente wie Wahlbezirke oder die...

Eléments de l'administration pratique est un livre pratique qui examine les différents aspects de l'administration, y compris les principes généraux de l'administration et les voies d'exécution des actes administratifs. Claude Joseph Lalouette décompose...

This handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the workings of the British civil service during the late 19th century. Written by Edward Walford, an experienced journalist and author, this book provides a clear and concise guide to the structure,...

This groundbreaking study by the City Government of Philadelphia provides a detailed analysis of municipal administration in the late 19th century. Written by experts in the field, it covers a wide range of topics including finance, public works, and...

This manual provides the complete guide to the administration of the city of Chicago, including its government structure, laws, rules and regulations. It is an indispensable reference for anyone living or working in the city, and a valuable resource for...

This book presents a detailed analysis of the implementation and success of a municipal program. It provides valuable insights on effective governance strategies and the importance of community involvement in the decision-making process. The author draws...

This report outlines the current state of affairs in Arizona and discusses various initiatives undertaken by the Governor's office. Topics covered include infrastructure development, economic growth, and public safety. The report also provides insight...

Este libro es una denuncia de la situación de la Administración Local en España, con un enfoque en las causas que han llevado a su lamentable estado y los remedios necesarios para solucionarlo. Con un estilo ameno y directo, el autor analiza los...

Ce livre est le guide complet pour les maires et les secrétaires de mairie travaillant dans les communes rurales. Il contient toutes les informations nécessaires pour gérer efficacement une petite ville, y compris la législation, la gestion financière et...

Local officials are responsible for a number of important tasks that have a significant impact on the quality of life of most Americans. Arguably, the policy choices made by local governments in the United States more directly impact individual...

Implementing national policies is a crucial function of the local Chinese bureaucracy and an indispensable part of Beijing's overall state capacity. Yet the specifics of how and why local officials interpret and implement such policies have so far...

Despite much learning and research over many decades, large ICT software projects have continued to experience poor outcomes or fallen short of original expectations—some spectacularly so. This is the case in the Australian and New Zealand public...

This book draws on more than a decade of workshops organised by the Greater China Australia Dialogue on Public Administration, involving scholars and practitioners from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Australia. Although these workshops recognised...

'Nations appear and fall, but cities endure and rediscover how to succeed. In this meticulously defined and researched book, Glenn presents ideas for minimising suffering during urban catastrophes. His urgency identifies risks held in urban areas by 3.5...

After official policy advice to governments is publicly released, governments are often accused of ignoring or rejecting their experts. Commonly represented as politicisation, this depiction is superficial. Digging deeper, is there something about the...

For centuries scholars and practitioners have studied parliament and its potential reform from an institutional perspective. Until now, few authors have addressed in depth the internal relationships among parliamentary actors, their competing beliefs and...

Governments of both right and left have been introducing market logics and instruments into Australian social services in recent decades. Their stated goals include reducing costs, increasing service diversity and, in some sectors, empowering consumers...

Beginning in 1943–44, Australia's relationship with India is its oldest continuous formal diplomatic relationship with any Asian country. The early diplomatic exchanges between Australia and India have teased for their suggestions of potential...

Papua New Guinea (PNG), a nation of now almost nine million people, continues to evolve and adapt. While there is no shortage of recent data and research on PNG, the two most recent social science volumes on the country were both written more than a...

Since 2017, the Chinese authorities have detained hundreds of thousands of Uyghurs, Kazakhs and other Muslim minorities in 'reeducation camps' in China’s northwestern Xinjiang autonomous region. While the official reason for this mass detention was to...

The first detailed history of imperial and national honours in Australia, Honouring a Nation tells the story of the honours system's transformation from instrument of imperial unity to national institution.From the extension of British honours to...