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Hardcover. An analysis of Eisenhower's presidency, focusing not on whether he was an active or passive president, but on how his decisions shaped American life in the 1950s and beyond. The authors explore the significance of Eisenhower's policies on a range of issues, from civil rights to atomic testing. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPG; HBJK; HBLW3; JPQB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 29. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Edition
Rev Sub
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700604364
ISBN
9780700604364
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 70.95

Paperback. An analysis of Eisenhower's presidency, focusing not on whether he was an active or passive president, but on how his decisions shaped American life in the 1950s and beyond. The authors explore the significance of Eisenhower's policies on a range of issues, from civil rights to atomic testing. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPG; HBJK; HBLW3; JPQB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 150 x 16. Weight in Grams: 426.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Edition
Revised
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700604371
ISBN
9780700604371
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.01

Hardcover. Elected in hard times and serving throughout a catastrophic global war, Franklin Delano Roosevelt confronted crises of epic proportions during his 12-year tenure. This volume provides an account of his much-debated presidency, describing the successes and failures of his landmark administration. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 376 pages, 12 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 161 x 30. Weight in Grams: 754.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700610129
ISBN
9780700610129
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.08

Hardcover. Gara provides a clear, tough-minded analysis of the Pierce administration and a fair, though generally negative, assessment of the man and the president. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 3JH; HBJK; HBLH; JPQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 163 x 20. Weight in Grams: 478.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700604944
ISBN
9780700604944
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 64.51

Paperback. Brings together some of the top American historians to offer a look at one of the most controversial US presidencies. This book examines the successes as well as the failures, covering different major aspect of Bush's two terms in office. Editor(s): Zelizer, Julian E. Num Pages: 408 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JMC; HBJK; HBLX; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 574.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of pages
408
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691149011
ISBN
9780691149011
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 32.73

Paperback. Working constantly to strengthen the Union, George Washington achieved many practical successes: the establishment of the executive as an effective branch of government; the resolution of the nation's financial crisis; the opening of the West; and the preservation of peace with Europe. Series: George Washington Bookshelf. Num Pages: 112 pages, 8 colour illustrations, 7 b&w illustrations, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; BGH; HBJK; HBLL; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 245.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association
Condition
New
SKU
V9780931917349
ISBN
9780931917349
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 12.52

Paperback. This is a study of one of the most popular, yet most misunderstood, presidents. The author aims to extend and revise our understanding of Ford's struggles to restore credibility to the presidency in the wake of Watergate and Vietnam. Num Pages: 282 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLW3; JPHC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 418.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
University Press of Kansas United States
Number of pages
282
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700606399
ISBN
9780700606399
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.88

Hardcover. This is a study of one of the most popular, yet most misunderstood, presidents. The author aims to extend and revise our understanding of Ford's struggles to restore credibility to the presidency in the wake of Watergate and Vietnam. Num Pages: 282 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLW3; JPHC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 27. Weight in Grams: 603.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700606382
ISBN
9780700606382
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 64.17

Paperback. Num Pages: 292 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JJG; HBJK; HBLW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150 x 18. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1985
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
Revised ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700603589
ISBN
9780700603589
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.01

Hardcover. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 228 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLL; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 150 x 24. Weight in Grams: 494.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1975
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700601325
ISBN
9780700601325
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 64.51

Hardcover. Jimmy Carter has been called America's greatest ex-president, a man who lost the White House after one term but went on to become a respected spokesman for peace and human rights. The authors re-examine the world events that shaped Carter's presidency, from Koreagate and the Cuban boatlift to the Camp David accords and the Iran hostage crisis. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 14 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPL; HBJK; HBLW3; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 161 x 28. Weight in Grams: 608.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
2nd Revised ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700614707
ISBN
9780700614707
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.39

Paperback. Jimmy Carter has been called America's greatest ex-president, a man who lost the White House after one term but went on to become a respected spokesman for peace and human rights. The authors re-examine the world events that shaped Carter's presidency, from Koreagate and the Cuban boatlift to the Camp David accords and the Iran hostage crisis. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 14 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPL; HBJK; HBLW3; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 151 x 23. Weight in Grams: 482.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Edition
2 Revised
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700614714
ISBN
9780700614714
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.29

Hardcover. Henry Adams portrayed James Madison as a president who lacked decisiveness and administrative skills. This study describes Madison as a practical statesman who decreased conflicts in his Cabinet and in Congress and strengthened the Union. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; 3JH; BGH; HBJK; HBLL; JPQ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 21. Weight in Grams: 538.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700604654
ISBN
9780700604654
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 63.08

Hardcover. Noble Cunningham's history of the fifth presidency (1817-25) shows a young nation beset by growing pains and led by a cautious politician who had neither the learning nor the intellect of Jefferson or Madison, but whose actions strengthened both the United States and the presidency itself. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, 9 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; BGH; HBJK; HBLL; JPH; JPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 530.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
Subsequent
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700607280
ISBN
9780700607280
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 64.37

Hardcover. A book on John F Kennedy's White House years. It shows Kennedy to be "the most medicated, one of the most courageous, and perhaps the most self-absorbed of our presidents." Featuring a bibliographical essay and twenty-two photos from the JFK library, it aims to be the definitive appraisal of Camelot's kingdom. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 376 pages, 22 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPK; HBJK; HBLW3; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 726.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Edition
2 Revised
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700614363
ISBN
9780700614363
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.97

Paperback. A book on John F Kennedy's White House years. It shows Kennedy to be "the most medicated, one of the most courageous, and perhaps the most self-absorbed of our presidents." Featuring a bibliographical essay and twenty-two photos from the JFK library, it aims to be the definitive appraisal of Camelot's kingdom. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 376 pages, 22 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPK; HBJK; HBLW3; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 150 x 227 x 25. Weight in Grams: 594.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Edition
2 Revised
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700614578
ISBN
9780700614578
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.46

Hardcover. Num Pages: 416 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBJK; HBLH; JPHC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 153 x 32. Weight in Grams: 722.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1985
Publisher
University Press of Kansas United States
Edition
No Edition Listed
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700602728
ISBN
9780700602728
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.72

Hardcover. Num Pages: 258 pages. BIC Classification: 3JH; HBJK; HBLH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 161 x 242 x 23. Weight in Grams: 558.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1984
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700602384
ISBN
9780700602384
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.03

Paperback. This title provides a comprehensive assessment of the Nixon administration. It should serve as a useful introduction for readers who are as interested in Nixon's presidency as they are in his personality. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 408 pages, 23 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; BGH; HBJK; HBLW3; JPHL; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 594.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
University Press of Kansas United States
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
408
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700612550
ISBN
9780700612550
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.82

Hardcover. The author offers a balanced view of Nixon's character and accomplishments. He notes the achievements of Nixon's domestic programmes while criticizing some of his celebrated foreign policies, and illuminates his broader influence on American political institutions and culture. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 368 pages, 23 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; BGH; HBJK; HBLW3; JFC; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. Weight in Grams: 785.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700609734
ISBN
9780700609734
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.30

Hardcover. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JH; HBJK; HBLH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150 x 27. Weight in Grams: 635.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1988
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
First
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700603381
ISBN
9780700603381
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.29

Paperback. A comprehensive account of Theodore Roosevelt's important presidency, updated to take into account two decades of additional research on the subject. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 360 pages, black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJC; HBJK; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 540.
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2 Exp Rev
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700617746
ISBN
9780700617746
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.62

Hardcover. A comprehensive account of Theodore Roosevelt's important presidency, updated to take into account two decades of additional research on the subject. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 360 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJC; HBJK; HBLW; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 239 x 30. Weight in Grams: 654.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
2 Exp Rev
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700617739
ISBN
9780700617739
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.39

Paperback. Series: American Presidency Series. Num Pages: 204 pages, port. BIC Classification: HBJK; HBLH; JPHC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 295.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1976
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700603305
ISBN
9780700603305
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.48

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