Concepts to Advance Public Service Contribution? Equity, Motivation, and Altruism

Abstract

This is my first book review. Without this confession, the reader will no doubt be able to discern that I am neither a particularly skilled nor practiced book reviewer. In part the reader may be able to detect some of my initial hesitancy to even accept an invitation to review a book for the entire world, but especially for my peers in public administration. What if they think I’ve selected a book that is less relevant to them? Or made a poor effort of underscoring its importance? There are, of course, less socially conscious but more self-centered concerns. How will I find the time between grading and readying my new courses? Wouldn’t my time be better spent working on a research article that will more directly advance my academic career? Perhaps, I will want someone to take the time to write a review of one of my future books.