From beginning to end, twists, detours, and surprises are the story of the 2008 election as it is retold and analyzed in this work. Hats off to Ceaser, Busch, and Pitney for a lively and excellent account! -- David R. Mayhew, Sterling Professor of political science, Yale University Here's a useful book, by three academics, for all readers wishing to further understand the 2008 presidential campaign-and for those who think they already understand it! ...All readers will come away feeling as clearheaded as these writers, a tribute to their work. Library Journal, Starred Review, April 2009 Praise for James W. Ceaser and Andrew E. Busch's previous election studies: Ceaser and Busch do an excellent job of placing the 2000 election into a broader context of elections and politics in the United States over time... Library Journal The authors offer a thorough academic and political analysis of both the Democratic and Republican primaries, as well as the significance of 2008's state and congressional contests. The authors also offer a careful analysis of the institutional issues that surfaced after last year's campaign. Campaigns & Elections Once again the authors have produced a clear, comprehensive, and accurate account of the recent election. It is well grounded in the literature but unburdened by jargon. Epic Journey is a first rate book for students of politics and the general public. -- Mel Kulbicki, York College of Pennsylvania Praise for James W. Ceaser and Andrew E. Busch's previous election studies: Red Over Blue is a fair, accurate, and insightful account of the 2004 election and a worthy successor to the authors' previous books on 1996 and 2000. Ceaser and Busch are fast becoming the 'scholars of record' of presidential campaigns. -- John C. Green, University of Akron Praise for James W. Ceaser and Andrew E. Busch's previous election studies: Ceaser and Busch do an excellent job of placing the 2000 election into a broader context of elections and politics in the United States over time. Library Journal Discussing the effects of George W. Bush's term, Epic Journey is a fine historical read that will give readers a more complete and comprehensive understanding of the recent past. Epic Journey is a fine addition to any political collection. Midwest Book Review, August 2009 Readers of all political persuasions will appreciate this book for its detailed look at an incredible election year. Magill Book Reviews Three political scientists trace Barack Obama's amazing journey from obscure Illinois legislator to leader of the free world in a measured, insightful account...Readers of all political persuasions will appreciate this book for its detailed look at an incredible election year. Three political scientists trace Barack Obama's amazing journey from obscure Illinois legislator to leader of the free world in a measured, insightful account...Readers of all political persuasions will appreciate this book for its detailed look at an incredible election year. Salem Press
