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Sage advice for the aspiring political mind.
If you're eyeing the complex world of politics with both excitement and trepidation, this book could offer you the grounding you need. It's like having a wise mentor take you by the hand, sharing insights and stratagems that aren't just theoretical— they're forged in the heat of real political battles. Look at this as a roadmap to navigating political waters with a sense of purpose and ethics.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780571177561
Authors:
Alistair McAlpine
Publisher: Faber and Faber
Date of Publication: 1996-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.67
(rated by 6 readers)
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Sage advice for the aspiring political mind.
If you're eyeing the complex world of politics with both excitement and trepidation, this book could offer you the grounding you need. It's like having a wise mentor take you by the hand, sharing insights and stratagems that aren't just theoretical— they're forged in the heat of real political battles. Look at this as a roadmap to navigating political waters with a sense of purpose and ethics.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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