Description
Book SynopsisCombining statistical analysis with narrative history, this re-evaluation of the 1928 presidential election offers a portrait of the candidates and the campaign. The study is based on data from that election and other presidential elections from 1916 to 1940.
Trade ReviewLichtman has written what will almost surely be the definitive book on the subject. * Commonweal Magazine *
Challenges many well-established ideas and interpretations in a serious and convincing way. [This book] deserves careful reading and study. * Presidential Studies Quarterly *
Lichtman provides a fresh approach and an exquisite blend of political theory, quantitative analysis, and historical interpretation that will appeal to both scholars and informed laypersons. * Library Journal *
The book combines an elegant scheme of statistical analysis with an engaging style. [Lichtman's] theoretical and methodological contributions demand the most careful attention by students of recent American history and politics. * CHOICE *
Every teacher and writer on the period should take Lichtman very seriously indeed. * Journal of Southern History *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Prologue: Al Smith versus Herbert Hoover Chapter 2 Introduction: Interpretations and Revisions Chapter 3 Catholics versus Protestants Chapter 4 Wets versus Drys Chapter 5 Immigrants versus Natives Chapter 6 City versus Country Chapter 7 Blacks versus Whites and Men versus Women Chapter 8 Economic Issues Chapter 9 Change and Continuity in Presidential Politics, 1916-1940 Chapter 10 Conclusions Chapter 11 Statistical Discussions Chapter 12 Appendix 1: Statistical Discussion Chapter 13 Appendix 2: Analysis of Seven Separate Regions Chapter 14 Appendix 3: Transcripts of the Republican Party Survey of Local Leaders Chapter 15 Appendix 4: Sources of the Statistical Data
