counting blessings reflections future america de moynihan daniel patrick (9 résultats)

Hardcover. Etat : Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.3.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.3.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Good. First Edition. xviii,348pp, index. Size: 8vo.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. First Edition. Signed by author Daniel Moynihan directly to fep with inscription. Unmarked. Appears unread. Square sharp corners. Stated: First Edition. Red boards with silver spine titling. Dust Jacket not price clipped, states $12.95. Minor DJ edgewear and closed tear. Red ink spot to bottom page edges, but do not believe it to be a remainder mark(?) 348 pp. Lovely signed near fine copy. Scarce signed. Signed by Author(s).

softcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : No Dust Jacket. Advance Reading Copy/Proof.

Etat : new.

Hardcover with Dust Jacket. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Near Fine. First Edition, First Printing. Signed by Patrick Moynihan, with an inscription to Senator Richard G. Lugar dated Christmas 1978. The Republican Senator from Indiana was highly regarded for his foreign policy leadership and work in pursuit of nuclear nonproliferation. Red boards with silver gilt spine titles; 8.5 inches tall; xviii, [1] 348 pages with an index. No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling to the dust jacket spine tips; book appears unopened/unread. This work offers a thoughtful examination of the political and social landscape of the United States during the late 1970s. Drawing on his extensive public service experience, including roles as U.S. Senator, Ambassador to India, and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, the author reflects on the complexities of American governance, societal challenges, and the nation's evolving identity. A key theme of the book is the tension between ideological purity and pragmatic governance. The author criticizes the lack of meaningful debate within the Democratic Party, arguing that excessive ideological conformity has hindered progress and innovation in policy-making. This perspective aligns with ongoing discussions about the challenges of bipartisan cooperation and the perils of ideological echo chambers. The author also considers the cultural shifts of the 1970s, particularly changes in family dynamics and societal values. He expresses concern about the potential long-term consequences of these transformations, suggesting they could weaken the social fabric and lead to greater societal fragmentation. [Adapted from Reviews] Subjects: Political Commentary, Social Critique, American Political Landscape, Social Policy and Welfare, Cultural and Societal Trends.

Etat : good, good. First Edition. First? Printing. 22 cm, 348, index, some wear and soiling to DJ, small tear at bottom of title page. Inscribed by the author. Examines crucial issues facing the United States in foreign policy, the judicial system, domestic and especially regional economic policy, and strategic arms limitation.

1 vols. 8vo. First edition. First edition. 1 vols. 8vo. Inscribed, "For Shirley & Dick (Clurman) Two of our Blessings! Daniel Washington 1980". Senator Moynihan's card enclosed. Paper covered boards. Dust jacket. As New.