Basic Life Times by Brown Willie (31 results)

Condition: Good. To The Washington Post, he's The Last Political Showman of the 20th Century. Bill Clinton has called him the real Slick Willie. Ronald Reagan's secretary of state George Shultz called this famously liberal politician a man of his word and endorsed his successful candidacy for mayor of San Francisco. Indeed Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton both called upon him for advice and help. He is Willie L. Brown, Jr., and he knows how to get things done in politics, how to work both sides of the aisle to get results. Compared to him, Machiavelli looks meek. And drab. In Basic Brown, this product of rural, segregated Texas and the urban black neighborhoods of San Francisco tells how he rose through the civil rights movement to become the most potent black politician in America through his shrewd understanding and use of political power and political money. He adapts the lessons he has learned so they can be used by anyone -- black, female, male -- intent on acquiring political power. And this master of the political deal demonstrates why deals are not enough, and that political power grows only when public good is being done. Willie Brown shows how some of the most far-reaching and socially advanced legislation in American history -- like gun control, legalized abortion, gay rights, and school funding -- was carried out under his guidance and on his watch, and tells of the ingenuity, the political machinations, and the personal perseverance that were required to enact what now seems to many to be obvious legislation. These are stories of breathtaking, sometimes hilarious ruses and gambits that show that even the most high-minded legislation needs the assistance of the skills of a shark, which is what Willie Brown often sees himself as. Basic Brown is a compendium of insights and stories on the real forces governing power in American political life that will leave you looking at politics anew. It is also the inspiring and funny story of the rise of a gawky teenager in mail-order shoes and trousers who rose to entertain royalty and schoolchildren, superstars and supersize egos, the saintly and the scholarly, while working to transform and open American politics. If you ever wanted to learn how to be slick, a shark, a do-gooder, and a man of your word, Willie L. Brown, Jr., is the storyteller for you.…

Condition: very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. 1. With dust jacket. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. To The Washington Post, he's The Last Political Showman of the 20th Century. Bill Clinton has called him the real Slick Willie. Ronald Reagan's secretary of state George Shultz called this famously liberal politician a man of his word and endorsed his successful candidacy for mayor of San Francisco. Indeed Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton both called upon him for advice and help. He is Willie L. Brown, Jr., and he knows how to get things done in politics, how to work both sides of the aisle to get results. Compared to him, Machiavelli looks meek. And drab. In Basic Brown, this product of rural, segregated Texas and the urban black neighborhoods of San Francisco tells how he rose through the civil rights movement to become the most potent black politician in America through his shrewd understanding and use of political power and political money. He adapts the lessons he has learned so they can be used by anyone -- black, female, male -- intent on acquiring political power. And this master of the political deal demonstrates why deals are not enough, and that political power grows only when public good is being done. Willie Brown shows how some of the most far-reaching and socially advanced legislation in American history -- like gun control, legalized abortion, gay rights, and school funding -- was carried out under his guidance and on his watch, and tells of the ingenuity, the political machinations, and the personal perseverance that were required to enact what now seems to many to be obvious legislation. These are stories of breathtaking, sometimes hilarious ruses and gambits that show that even the most high-minded legislation needs the assistance of the skills of a shark, which is what Willie Brown often sees himself as. Basic Brown is a compendium of insights and stories on the real forces governing power in American political life that will leave you looking at politics anew. It is also the inspiring and funny story of the rise of a gawky teenager in mail-order shoes and trousers who rose to entertain royalty and schoolchildren, superstars and supersize egos, the saintly and the scholarly, while working to transform and open American politics. If you ever wanted to learn how to be slick, a shark, a do-gooder, and a man of your word, Willie L. Brown, Jr., is the storyteller for you.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

hardcover. Condition: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condition: Good. Includes dust jacket. First Edition. Scratch across front of DJ. Light shelf wear. Else clean and tight.

Hardcover. Condition: Used.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Dust jacket has notable sticker residue along with minor creasing. Text is clean and unmarked. This could have light cosmetic flaws, but remains in good condition. The book is signed by Author. Dust jacket condition is Good. Secure packaging for safe delivery. signed by author.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Cloth. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition 1st Printing. Frontis. Illustrated with photographs. Index. 350pp. Brown spine with bright gilt title and beige paper over boards. Pictorial Dust Jacket.REVIEW COPY with publicity letter laid in. Hardcover.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 1st Edition. First Edition stated, with correct number line sequence, no writing, marks, underlining, or bookplates. Remainder mark. Spine is tight and crisp. Boards are flat and true and the corners are square, bottom corners bumped. Dust jacket is not price-clipped. This collectible, " FINE" condition first edition/first printing copy is protected with a polyester archival dust jacket cover. Beautiful collectible copy. Unread. GIFT QUALITY Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Book.…

hardcover. Condition: New.

hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: VG+. 1st Edition. Signed 1st edition, 1st printing, Simon and Schuster hardcover w/ DJ, 2008. Book is Near Fine, w/ clean text, tight binding. DJ is VG+, w/ a bit of edge/shelf wear and some scratches to rear panel. Signed by author (and inscribed to previous owner) on title page. Free delivery confirmation. Signed by Author(s).…

Condition: New. 2011. Illustrated. paperback. . . . . .

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR with no other inscription present. With the '1' in a full number line. Important Black political memoir of the Reagan and Clinton eras. A fine, clean, unmarked copy. Signed.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. reprint edition. 368 pages. 9.50x6.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New. 2011. Illustrated. paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 1st edition. 350 pages. 9.50x6.50x1.25 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Stated first publication; later printing. Inscribed and signed by Brown on title page. Book and jacket are both in fine condition with no significant wear or flaws. Dust jacket is not price clipped and is protected in an archival Brodart cover. Please see all pictures and message me with any questions. Seller guarantees the authenticity of signature. Customer satisfaction guaranteed. Will be shipped with care. Inscribed by Author(s).…