PLANETIZEN TOP 10 BOOK 2007

Each year Planetizen honors the best new ideas and writing in the planning and development field.

Green Cities  
by Matthew Kahn

"Using economic and environmental data, Kahn provides a new definition of a green city that will give planners a lot to think about as they face increasing population growth and urbanization." —Planetizen


CHOICE 2006 OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC TITLE 

Every year Choice magazine recognizes fewer than ten percent of the titles reviewed annually for their "excellence in scholarship and presentation." This book was listed among their Outstanding Academic Titles for 2006.

Democracy at Risk  
by Stephen Macedo et al.

"This is a 'must read' book for those interested in democracy and American politics. It makes the reader ponder what democracy is about, how we are doing, and what the prospects are for the future." —Russell Dalton in Democracy & Society 


BEST BOOKS 2006

Through their Eyes by Stephen Hess is the Award-Winner in the Media Journalism category of the Best Books 2006 Book Awards.

Through Their Eyes  
by Stephen Hess

"Through Their Eyes, in addition to being written in an easily accessible style for all readers, focuses on a rarely addressed section of the media world—namely how foreign correspondents, based largely in Washington and New York, cover the U.S." —Marvin Kalb, Harvard University 


PLANETIZEN TOP 10 BOOK 2006

Each year Planetizen recognizes the best new literature in the planning and development field.

Taking the High Road
Bruce Katz and Robert Puentes, eds.

"An expert review of the major transportation planning issues in 21st century America. . . . Taking the High Road presents a useful introduction to transit issues for planners in all areas" —Planetizen


CHOICE 2005 OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC TITLES

Every year Choice magazine recognizes fewer than ten percent of the titles reviewed annually for their "excellence in scholarship and presentation." The following titles were listed among their Outstanding Academic Titles for 2005.

The Idea of Pakistan  
by Stephen Philip Cohen

"From the distinguished author of India: Emerging Power comes a lucid, penetrating and brilliantly constructed book on the state and nation of Pakistan. Cohen, an old South Asia hand, brings to the fore all his knowledge and expertise of one of America's most important allies in the war against terror." —A. Mazumdar in Choice

National Pastime
by Stephan Szymanski and Andrew Zimbalist

"National Pastime is the first serious attempt at bridging the cultural gap between these two worlds of sport. It's also a great deal of fun, written with the understanding of scholars and the passion of fans." —Allen Barra, Wall Street Journal


2005 DOUGLAS DILLON AWARD

Since 1995, the American Academy of Diplomacy has given the annual Douglas Dillon Award to "a book of distinction on the practice of American diplomacy."

Going Critical
by Joel S. Wit, Daniel B. Poneman, and Robert S. Gallucci

"Going Critical: The First North Korean Nuclear Crisis presents an authoritative account of the 1994 deal with North Korea. . . . [It] also provides a lively and engaging look into the inner workings of United States foreign policy making that is sure to captivate North Korea specialists and general readers alike." —The New York Times


2005 LOUIS BROWNLOW BOOK AWARD

Given annually by the National Academy of Public Administration, the Louis Brownlow Book Award recognizes outstanding contributions on topics of wide contemporary interest to practitioners and scholars in the field of public administration.

This year, Governing by Network was one of three books on interorganizational networking to receive the award.

Governing by Network
by Stephen Goldsmith and William D. Eggers

"Goldsmith and Eggers answer one of the most important public policy questions of our time: how public officials can achieve results and ensure accountability to citizens in an age in which government relies more and more on partners to do the public's business." —Edward G. Rendell, Governor of Pennsylvania


2005 NASPAA/ASPA DISTINGUISHED RESEARCH AWARD

The NASPAA/ASPA Distinguished Research Award recognizes the research of an individual whose published work has had a substantial impact on the thought and understanding of public administration. NASPAA is the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration and ASPA is the American Society for Public Administration.

Regulation in the States is among the body of published works for which Paul Teske was recognized.

Regulation in the States  
by Paul Teske

"This is a book worth reading. The topic is important, the research is interesting and counterintuitive, and the conclusions are valuable and driven by the research findings." —Tracy Lightcap, The Law and Politics Book Review


2005 HARRY FREEMAN AWARD

The Harry Freeman Award is given to persons or institutions that have made an exceptional contribution to knowledge of the U.S. service economy.

Productivity in the U.S. Services Sector
by Jack E. Triplett and Barry P. Bosworth

The services industries—which include jobs ranging from flipping hamburgers to providing investment advice—have emerged as one of the most dynamic and innovative segments of the U.S. economy, accounting for more than three-quarters of gross domestic product. Triplett and Bosworth analyze services sector productivity, demonstrating that fundamental changes have taken place.


APSA LYNTON KEITH CALDWEEL PRIZE 2005

The Caldwell Prize is awarded annually to the "best book on environmental politics and policy published in the past three years." It is offered by the Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy Section of the American Political Science Association.

Statehouse and Greenhouse  
by Barry G. Rabe

"The burgeoning literature on environmental federalism has a strong new book to add to its ranks. Rabe's Statehouse and Greenhouse offers an engaging look at the development of climate change policy at the subnational level in the U.S. . . . Highly recommended." —M.C. Stephan, Washington State University in Choice


WASHINGTON BOOK PUBLISHERS BOOK DESIGN & EFFECTIVENESS AWARDS 2005

Each year the Washington Book Publishers recognize D.C.-area books for excellence in design and effectiveness in achieving the publisher's goals and meeting the readers' needs.

Idea of Pakistan
by Stephen Philip Cohen

Third Place for Illustrated Exteriors/Nonprofit or Association Publishers

"Cohen is the United States' leading analyst of South Asia, and this authoritative work of broad scope and meticulous research will surely become required reading on Pakistan." —Pervez Hoodbhoy, Foreign Affairs, Nov./Dec. 2004


2005 KIRIYAMA PRIZE NOTABLE BOOK

Established in 1996, the Kiriyama Prize recognizes "outstanding books about the Pacific Rim and South Asia that encourage greater mutual understanding of and among the peoples and nations of this vast and culturally diverse region." The following title was among the Notable Books for 2005.

Engaging India
by Strobe Talbott

"Strobe Talbott has given us a splendid, fast paced, deeply important insight into modern American foreign policy." —Ambassador Frank Wisner, Former Ambassador to India


2005 GRAWEMEYER AWARD

Presented anually, The Grawemeyer Award For Ideas Improving World Order is given to the winner of a competition designed to stimulate the recognition, dissemination and critical analysis of outstanding proposals for improving world order.

Roberta Cohen and Francis Deng received this prestigious award for their development of guidelines for a protection and aid system for internally displaced people. Their ideas have helped shape an ongoing effort to assist victims of humanitarian disasters, in particular displaced persons, such as the Darfur crisis in western Sudan, judges said. The following titles are among the many publications Cohen and Deng have contributed to the subject.

Masses in Flight
by Roberta Cohen and Francis M. Deng

"This study is one of the first in-depth looks at the problem that has emerged as one of the great human tragedies of our time." —From the preface by Kofi Annan, Secretary-General of the United Nations

The Forsaken People
by Roberta Cohen and Francis M. Deng

The plight of the displaced poses a challenge that is not only humanitarian but a threat to the security and stability of countries, regions, and, through a chain effect, the international system.


CHOICE 2004 OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC TITLE

Every year Choice magazine recognizes fewer than ten percent of the titles reviewed annually for their "excellence in scholarship and presentation." The following title was listed among their Outstanding Academic Titles for 2004.

Agenda for the Nation
Henry J. Aaron, James M. Lindsay, and Pietro S. Nivola, eds.

"This is a splendid collection of articles—balanced, erudite, well documented, and comprehensive in scope. It stands in welcome contrast to the abounding shrillness of debate among the ideologically minded in both major political parties. . . .Highly recommended." —H. I. Liebling, emeritus Lafayette College, in Choice


2004 LOUIS BROWNLOW BOOK AWARD

Given annually by the National Academy of Public Administration, the Louis Brownlow Book Award recognizes outstanding contributions on topics of wide contemporary interest to practitioners and scholars in the field of public administration.

Preparing for the Future
by Michael Barzelay and Colin Campbell

"Preparing for the Future is a must-read for anyone interested in how government can shape the future, instead of the other way around." —Donald F. Kettl, University of Wisconsin—Madison


LEPGOLD PRIZE FOR BEST BOOK ON INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS, 2003

Created in memory of Joseph S. Lepgold, this prize is awarded annually by the Mortara Center for International Studies in the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service and the Department of Government of Georgetown University. Recipients are chosen based on their exceptional contribution to the study of international relations and international security studies.

Power and Purpose
by James M. Goldgeier and Michael McFaul

"This book stands out as a seminal work. It is likely to last because of its eminent sources and judicious assessments, and it is well edited and a pleasant read." —Anders Aslund, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, International Affairs


APSA RICHARD FENNO AWARD 2004

In the tradition of Professor Fenno's work, this legislative studies prize is designed to honor work that is both theoretically and empirically strong. Moreover, this prize is dedicated to encouraging scholars to pursue new and different avenues of research in order to find answers to previously unexplored questions about the nature of politics.

Stalemate
by Sarah A. Binder

"This brief volume is a major addition to the scholarly literature about lawmaking, and thus merits sustained attention from scholars and graduate students. . . .Stalemate is a remarkable book." —C. Lawrence Evans, Perspectives on Politics


APSA BEST BOOK AWARD 2004:  URBAN POLITICS

This prize is awarded by the Urban Politics Section of the American Political Science Association to a book that promotes interest in teaching and research in urban politics and policy.

Mega-Projects  
by Alan A. Altshuler and David E. Luberoff

"A fascinating, theoretically rich study of the politics of public investment in urban America. . ." —Jameson W. Doig, Princeton University



APSA LEON EPSTEIN AWARD 2004

This award is given by the Political Organizations and Parties Section of the American Political Science Association to a book that makes an outstanding contribution to research and scholarship on political organizations and parties.

A Voice for Nonprofits  
by Jeffrey M. Berry, with David F. Arons

". . .offers crucial insight into a very real modern problem. A Voice For Nonprofits needs to be read by every social activist, as well as every non-profit organization manager, director, and those who serve on board of directors." —The Bookwatch


ARTHUR ROSS BOOK AWARD 2004

Given by the Council on Foreign Relations, this annual award recognizes books that make an outstanding contribution to the understanding of foreign policy or international relations. Endowed by Arthur Ross in 2001, the prize is for non-fiction works that merit special attention for bringing forth new information that can change our understanding of events of problems; develop analytical approaches that allow new and different insight into a key issue; or providing new ideas to help resolve foreign policy problems.

Honorable Mention:

America Unbound
by Ivo H. Daalder and James M. Lindsay

"[A] lucid and concise account of what the authors call 'the Bush revolution' in foreign affairs. . . .It is doubtful that another book will come along soon that covers all the important points of the administrations's foreign policy with more clarity and evenhandedness." —Joshua Micah Marshall, Foreign Affairs


ARTHUR ROWSE AWARD FOR PRESS CRITICISM 2004

Given annually by the National Press Club, this award is sponsored by former U.S. News & World Report reporter Arthur Rowse. It honors excellence in examining the role and work of the news media in the categories of print, radio, television, and online media.

The Media and the War on Terrorism
Steven Hess and Marvin Kalb, eds.

These candid conversations illuminate the struggle to balance free speech and the right to know with the need to protect sensitive information in the national interest. As the Information Age collides with the War on Terrorism, that challenge becomes even more critical and daunting.


FOREWORD MAGAZINE'S BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2003

Each year, ForeWord Magazine recognizes books for their "editorial excellence, professional production, originality of narrative, author credentials relative to the book and the value the title adds to its genre."

Silver Award for Political Science: 

America Unbound
by Ivo H. Daalder and James M. Lindsay

 "...a splendidly illuminating book..." —The New York Times


Silver Award for Business and Economics:

May the Best Team Win 
by Andrew Zimbalist

"In this excellent book, Andrew Zimbalist describes the action in the business of baseball like it was the seventh game of the World Series—which it is."  —Clark C. Griffith, Chairman, Sports Law Division, American Bar Association Forum on Entertainment and Sports Law


2003 LIONEL GELBER PRIZE

Established in 1989 by Canadian diplomat Lionel Gelber, the prize was described by The Economist as "the world's most important award for non-fiction."

America Unbound
by Ivo H. Daalder and James M. Lindsay

"America Unbound is an incisive examination of U.S. foreign policy under President George W. Bush. Anyone who seeks to understand America's role in the world and the shape of the new global order will find this book invaluable and compelling." —Gelber Jury


CHOICE 2003 OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC TITLE

Every year Choice magazine recognizes fewer than ten percent of the titles reviewed annually for their "excellence in scholarship and presentation." The following title was listed among their Outstanding Academic Titles for 2003.

Shrewd Sanctions
by Meghan L. O'Sullivan

"Shrewd Sanctions offers fresh insight into the sanctions debate, looking beyond general arguments over whether sanctions do or don't "work" to how and when sanctions policies can be crafted to deliver results. . . .[O'Sullivan's] analysis and recommendations will be invaluable to policymakers and stakeholders engaged with this important issue." —Samuel R. Berger, former U.S. national security adviser


WASHINGTON BOOK PUBLISHERS AWARDS 2003

Second Place for Jackets/Covers (3+ colors):

Edgeless Cities
by Robert Lang

"...an informative look at a new form of city development that combines grand-scale office parks with major retail and housing, instead of having the traditional delineated boundaries between home and store." —The Bookwatch

Honorable Mention for Jackets/Covers (3+ colors):

May the Best Team Win
by Andrew Zimbalist

"Andrew Zimbalist writes with obvious love, but deep concern for our national pastime." —Chris Berman, ESPN


Honorable Mention for Jackets/Covers (1 & 2 colors):

The Chechen Wars 
by Matthew Evangelista

"[An] impressive new book. . . . a compelling synthesis of new insights from Russian soldiers, scholars, and policymakers." —Charles King, Foreign Affairs