Tax Reform: A Reference Handbook (Contemporary World Issues) - Hardcover

"Very useful for those who want a quick and thorough introduction to an often-arcane subject." - Library Journal "Jurinski (tax attorney and associate professor, Univ. of Portland) has assembled an impressive array of sources relevant to US federal tax reform, a topic of much current debate. . . . Recommended." - Choice "The early chapters of the book provide an excellent overview of taxation in the United States for general readers, particularly those who pay taxes, as well as for professionals who would like to review. The later chapters form a reference base from which to delve more deeply into the many aspects of taxation." - ARBA

An authoritative but accessible reference, this book enables anyone to truly understand both the background and operation of the U.S. tax system and current tax reform proposals. * Includes government source documents discussing tax reform proposals * Provides an insightful historical overview of tax revolts and tax reform proposals * A bibliography provides numerous references to text, web-based, and other types of sources * A glossary explains technical terms in easy-to-understand language