Princeton Studies in American Politics Ser.: Forging of Bureaucratic Autonomy :
“Forging of Bureaucratic Autonomy: Reputations, Networks, and Policy Innovation in Executive Agencies, 1862-1928” by Daniel Carpenter is a textbook published by Princeton University Press in 2001. This book explores the development of bureaucratic autonomy in American executive agencies during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. By analyzing the reputations and networks of key figures within these agencies, Carpenter demonstrates how policy innovation was facilitated within this historical context. With 504 pages, this trade paperback offers a detailed examination of the subject area, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in American government and public policy.