Harold Fote Merriam Gosnell / Charles Edward
Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
'Non-Voting: Causes and Methods of Control' is a seminal study in political science and sociology that investigates the complex factors behind electoral abstention. Conducted by renowned scholars Charles Edward Merriam and Harold Foote Gosnell, this work examines the motivations-or lack thereof-behind the failure of citizens to participate in the democratic process. By analyzing an extensive survey of non-voters, the authors categorize the various reasons for political apathy, ranging from physical difficulties and legal obstacles to general indifference and cynicism regarding the political system.The book delves into the demographics and social conditions that influence voter turnout, offering a rigorous empirical analysis of how different segments of the population engage with their civic duties. Beyond merely identifying causes, Merriam and Gosnell explore potential methods of control and reform aimed at stimulating civic engagement and ensuring a more representative democratic outcome. As a foundational text in the study of political behavior, 'Non-Voting: Causes and Methods of Control' remains a vital resource for understanding the historical roots of voter turnout issues and the ongoing challenges of maintaining active participation in a modern democracy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
