its Prevention" (1893). Written before the later exposes, it
nevertheless gives a clear view of the problem.

W. M. Ivins, "Machine Politics" (1897). In New York City--by a
keen observer.

George Vickers, "The Fall of Bossism" (1883). On the overthrow of
the Philadelphia Gas Ring.

Gustavus Myers, "History of Tammany Hall" (1901; revised 1917).
The best book on the subject.

E. C. Griffith, "The Rise and Development of the Gerrymander"
(1907).

Historical:

H. J. Ford, "Rise and Growth of American Politics" (1898). One of
the earliest and one of the best accounts of the development of
American politics.

Alexander Johnston and J. A. Woodburn, "American Political
History," 2 vols. (1905). A brilliant recital of American party
history. The most satisfactory book on the subject.

W. M. Sloane, "Party Government in the United States" (1914). A
concise and convenient recital. Brings our party history to date.

J. B. McMaster, "With the Fathers" (1896). A volume of delightful
historical essays, including one on "The Political Depravity of