Understanding the electoral college

"How can a candidate lose the popular vote and still become President? What is the difference between direct democracy and a democratic republic? This . . . book shows curious readers what happens after the voting polls close. As they learn about the electoral college, readers are encouraged to ask tough questions about the presidential election process. A . . . combination of U.S. history and political science, this volume uses historical events to explain abstract concepts. Fact boxes highlight important topics and offer . . . tidbits, while photographs illustrate key issues"--Amazon.com.