Godkin Edwin L (66 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Brown cardstock with paper label on the front. Strong-tied at the spine. 16 pages. Unpaginated. Nice crisp copy. Small previous owner's bookplate on the back of the front cover.

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Condition: Very Good. Hillacre Bookhouse Riverside, CT 1913 Binding: Hardcover.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. In English.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Small, slim press book issued in 1913 by Hillacre Bookhouse in Riverside, Connecticut. This is actually a reprint of the author's letter which was originally published in the London Daily News of March 5, 1865. 14 pages, uncut, printed on creamy ivory stock, saddle stitched into stiff brown wrappers, with paste-on title label at front side. No marks or writing in booklet. Trace of faint wear to corners; otherwise Fine condition.…

Condition: New. In English.

Condition: New. In English.

Condition: New. In English.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and career of Henry G. Pearson, a public servant who defied the corrupt political norms of his time. The author chronicles Pearson's rise from humble beginnings to his appointment as Postmaster of New York City, a position he held for eight years thanks to his dedication to efficiency and public service rather than political loyalty. The book highlights the challenges Pearson faced as an outlier in the spoils system, where political patronage was prioritized over competence. Through Pearson's story, the author explores the broader issue of civil service reform in the United States, arguing that a merit-based system is crucial for good governance and the preservation of public trust. By showcasing Pearson's unwavering commitment to duty, this book emphasizes the profound impact that individuals can have on shaping the integrity and effectiveness of public institutions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.…

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - A critical analysis of the challenges and dangers posed by democracy to the stability and prosperity of modern societies. Godkin argues that the naive assumptions and unrealistic expectations of democratic ideology have led to corruption, demagoguery, and tyranny, and that a strong and independent press and judiciary are necessary safeguards against these tendencies. He also examines the role of education, religion, and culture in the formation of civic virtues and political wisdom. This thought-provoking book is a classic of political theory and commentary. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Original publisher's brown wrapper. 4" x 6 1/4." Twelve pages, complete. Pages and covers are clean and intact. Some pages are uncut at the top. A clean, fine copy. A reprinted letter by Edwin L. Godkin to the London Daily News, first written on March 7, 1865. Godkin provides commentary on Abraham Lincoln and how he overcame the odds and public scrutiny to become a successful U.S. president. From Monaghan, the Lincoln Bibliography, no. 2077: "A contemporary summary of Lincoln's accomplishments.". …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a thought-provoking exploration of how democracies have veered away from their initial paths and the ideals of their originators. The author provides a historical account of democratic societies and delves into the unexpected directions they have taken. One of the key areas of focus is the increasing difficulty democracies face in correcting mistakes due to the tendency to discount the experiences of others. The book also examines the challenges posed by the massive influx of people into large urban areas, which has led to unforeseen governance issues. Additionally, it sheds light on the unexpected ways in which democracies have found to do things, such as the diminished role of leading figures in the management of public affairs. This book's perceptive analysis of the complexities and paradoxes of democracy serves as a valuable resource for understanding the evolution and current state of democratic governance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - A critical analysis of the challenges and dangers posed by democracy to the stability and prosperity of modern societies. Godkin argues that the naive assumptions and unrealistic expectations of democratic ideology have led to corruption, demagoguery, and tyranny, and that a strong and independent press and judiciary are necessary safeguards against these tendencies. He also examines the role of education, religion, and culture in the formation of civic virtues and political wisdom. This thought-provoking book is a classic of political theory and commentary. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Unforeseen Tendencies of Democracy | Edwin L. Godkin | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2023 | hansebooks | EAN 9783348104210 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Hansebooks GmbH, Trakehner Weg 52, 22844 Norderstedt, gb[at]hansebooks[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Problems of Modern Democracy | political and economic essays | Edwin L. Godkin | Taschenbuch | 340 S. | Englisch | 2019 | hansebooks | EAN 9783337831417 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Hansebooks GmbH, Trakehner Weg 52, 22844 Norderstedt, gb[at]hansebooks[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st. First Edition, First Printing; geern cloth w/decorative boards; lite wear at spine/tips. ex-lib; 398 pages/fold-out map; in mylar protective wraps. Falk (illustrator).

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 280 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Unforeseen Tendencies of Democracy is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1898.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.…