Nation of Devils: Democratic Leadership and the Problem of Obedience

"This is a terrific book that I can imagine readers turning back to again and again. It is a major contribution to the literature of political science. One of Ringen's greatest accomplishments here is that he reminds readers why this field was interesting in the first place."--Alan Wolfe, Boston College--Alan Wolfe

"Nation of Devils crackles with dry epigrams. It reminds readers of how the supply-side of politics--law and government--is often neglected for the noisy demand-side that is the purview of voters and lobbyists"--The Economist-- (10/05/2013)
"Cast[s] fresh light on a tired subject. . . . Nation of Devils crackles with dry epigrams. It reminds readers of how the supply-side of politics--law and government--is often neglected for the noisy demand-side that is the purview of voters and lobbyists. Demanding and idealistic, yes. But also a democracy for grown-ups."--The Economist--The Economist
".. lively and thoughtful .. crisp and no-nonsense. Ringen's thesis is that better political leadership is possible."--Mark Mazower, Financial Times-- (10/26/2013)