Isbn: 9781618689511 - the mayor: how i turned around los angeles after riots, an earthquake and the o.j. simpson murder trial (23 resultados)

hardcover. Condición: Very Good.

Hardback. Condición: Good. Between 1993 and 2001, Mayor Richard J. Riordan, a maverick multi-millionaire who championed pragmatism over divisive politics, pulled Los Angeles from the brink of collapse and turned around one of the world's most famous cities. Wildly popular today among Angelenos of all stripes, Riordan continues to be a major force in the political and civic worlds of L.A. Riordan, a non-ideological Republican who was pro-choice, pro-gay rights, and pro-immigration, was elected to office in the aftermath of the infamous Rodney King beating and subsequent 1992 L.A. Riots, which caused nearly $1 billion in property damage and took the lives of over 50 people. With ineffectual political leadership at City Hall, racial tensions were running high, the economy was in the tank, and the city's crime and homicide rates grew out of control during the crack cocaine epidemic. And only a few months into Riordan's young mayoralty, L.A. appeared to be most definitely doomed after the devastating 1994 Northridge earthquake rocked the city to its core. But unlike his combative counterpart in New York City, Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Riordan was a healing, compassionate figure that recreated L.A. into a thriving, world-class metropolis--and he's still a key problem solver in the nation's second largest city. As the result of Riordan's efforts, Los Angeles is now a cultural and event destination. He oversaw and pushed through the construction of Frank Gehry's masterpiece Walt Disney Concert Hall -- a venture the mayor helped personally fund when private financing stalled -- and the landmark Staples Center. He reformed the nation's second largest public school system, modernized the Los Angeles Police Department, and reformed Los Angeles' City Charter. After an unsuccessful run for California governor, Riordan worked for Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger as his secretary of education. Riordan's perspective on effective leadership is like no other. Readers will also learn about the numerous tragedies Riordan faced and how each event shaped him as a person and as mayor. From the deaths of Riordan's two young children to the passing of his mother on the eve of his first mayoral election, Riordan's courage and compassion in the face personal heartbreak illustrates why he is so beloved. Riordan is also a cutting-edge philanthropist who helped dramatically improve literacy rates in such places as Mississippi and has personally donated over $100 million to improve the education of poor children. For years, he has donated half his income to charities. This 330-paged memoir delves into his successes and difficulties during his time as mayor, the ideas and value system that drove his work--such as his deep spiritual beliefs that everyone is equal and deserves the opportunity to succeed--and the life events that shaped him.…

hardcover. Condición: Good.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

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

Condición: 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.

Hardback. Condición: Good. Between 1993 and 2001, Mayor Richard J. Riordan, a maverick multi-millionaire who championed pragmatism over divisive politics, pulled Los Angeles from the brink of collapse and turned around one of the world's most famous cities. Wildly popular today among Angelenos of all stripes, Riordan continues to be a major force in the political and civic worlds of L.A. Riordan, a non-ideological Republican who was pro-choice, pro-gay rights, and pro-immigration, was elected to office in the aftermath of the infamous Rodney King beating and subsequent 1992 L.A. Riots, which caused nearly $1 billion in property damage and took the lives of over 50 people. With ineffectual political leadership at City Hall, racial tensions were running high, the economy was in the tank, and the city's crime and homicide rates grew out of control during the crack cocaine epidemic. And only a few months into Riordan's young mayoralty, L.A. appeared to be most definitely doomed after the devastating 1994 Northridge earthquake rocked the city to its core. But unlike his combative counterpart in New York City, Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Riordan was a healing, compassionate figure that recreated L.A. into a thriving, world-class metropolis--and he's still a key problem solver in the nation's second largest city. As the result of Riordan's efforts, Los Angeles is now a cultural and event destination. He oversaw and pushed through the construction of Frank Gehry's masterpiece Walt Disney Concert Hall -- a venture the mayor helped personally fund when private financing stalled -- and the landmark Staples Center. He reformed the nation's second largest public school system, modernized the Los Angeles Police Department, and reformed Los Angeles' City Charter. After an unsuccessful run for California governor, Riordan worked for Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger as his secretary of education. Riordan's perspective on effective leadership is like no other. Readers will also learn about the numerous tragedies Riordan faced and how each event shaped him as a person and as mayor. From the deaths of Riordan's two young children to the passing of his mother on the eve of his first mayoral election, Riordan's courage and compassion in the face personal heartbreak illustrates why he is so beloved. Riordan is also a cutting-edge philanthropist who helped dramatically improve literacy rates in such places as Mississippi and has personally donated over $100 million to improve the education of poor children. For years, he has donated half his income to charities. This 330-paged memoir delves into his successes and difficulties during his time as mayor, the ideas and value system that drove his work--such as his deep spiritual beliefs that everyone is equal and deserves the opportunity to succeed--and the life events that shaped him.…

Condición: Good. Signed Copy . Acceptable dust jacket. Inscribed by Richard J. Riordan on front endpage.

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

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

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Ships quickly. Mild shelf/reading wear. Orphans Treasure Box sells books to raise money for orphans and vulnerable kids.

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hardcover. Condición: New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: New. New hardcover with dust jacket.

Hard Cover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. Not Stated Appears to be First Edition. No remainder marks. A stock image is an accurate representation of the listed book's dust jacket [included] design. Pages [xiv, 252 including epilogue] clean, unmarked. Illustrated with one 16-page section of B&W photographs. Black boards, clean, gilt lettering. Moisture marks at jacket verso and bottom edge of last eight pages. All books are in my smoke free & climate controlled shop and will have qualities and/or flaws described. Domestic & international shipping includes tracking information. Various Photographers (ilustrador).…

Hardcover. Condición: Brand New. 287 pages. 8.75x5.75x1.25 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Flat SIGNED by Riordan on title page; no inscription. Fine book in Near Fine DJ. Unclipped dust jacket, protected by mylar cover, is clean and bright with no rips or creases. Black boards with gilt stamped titles are clean and sturdy. Binding tight. Pages clean and unmarked with no rips or creases. Quick, secure shipping with free delivery confirmation from Los Angeles bookstore. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Condición: Like New. Signed Post Hill Press hardcover w/ DJ, 2014. No edition stated (possibly book club edition). Book is Near Fine to Fine, w/ clean text, binding so tight it has clearly never been read. DJ is Near Fine, w/ very light edge/shelf wear that's slightly heavier at top corner of front panel. Signed twice by author (once on page next to title page, then again with and inscription to previous owner on the title page). Free delivery confirmation. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. B00K: Fine/, $61.88 9781618689511 the MAYOR: how I TURNED around LOS ANGELES after RIOTS, an EARTHQUAKE and the O. J. SIMPSON MURDER TRIAL. Author Signed Inscription. RIORDAN, Richard J.; McDONALD, Patrick Range; CLINTON, Bill Robert YAGER, Cover Photo; Ryan TRUSO, Cover Design Post Hill Press Franklin, TN * * * * * 2014 UnStated 1sT Edition Glossy Black Spine With Title In Yellow And White Letters, Dust Jacket: Near Fine/, Slight Shelf, Edge STRETCHING And Corner Wear. Hard Cover B00K: Fine/, Slightest Shelf, Edge And Corner Wear. 252 Numbered Pages, Clean And Tight To The Spine, Printed On 0ff~White Paper, In Fine/ Condition. Appear To Be Lightly Read. Gift Inscription, On Title Page, As Follows, `Jeni, Heres to Beauty ! Richard Riordan`, Written With A Fine Tipped Black Pen. = Description Applies To This B00K, Only. = This Author Signed Book Has A Special Significance, Is Hard To Find, Will Be Packaged And Shipped = Carefully, To Avoid Shipping Damage And Will Make It, An Excellent Addition To Your Own Personal Library Collection, Or As A Gift, For The Discriminating Reader / Collector. = No Odors, No Writing, No Names, No Rippling, Not Stuck Together, No Book Plate, Not X~Library, No Remainder Or Other Marks. This Item Will Be Sent Wrapped In Plastic, Taped Shut And In A = Corrugated Mailing B0X = To Prevent Shipping Damage So That It Will Arrive In The Description Described. Description Applies To This B00K, Only. = WORLD WIDE SHIPPING, AVAILABLE. =*=* California State Law Now Requires The Following Notice Be Given: *=*=* Seller Did Not Personally Know This Person Or Persons, And Did Not See And Was Not Present When This Item Was Signed. No Certificate Of Authenticity Is Included In This Sale/Purchase Price. If You Would Like A Certificate Of Authenticity, You Can Obtain One At Your Own Convenience And Expense, Which Is Not Included In The Purchase Price Of This Item. =*=*. Robert YAGER, Cover Photo; Ryan TRUSO, Cover Design. B00K: Fine/, 2014 (ilustrador). Inscribed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. 1st Edition. INSCRIBED BY AUTHOR.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: New. 1st Edition. Signed by Author.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Signed by author on Title page in black pen, signature only. No additional printings. 5 3/4 x 8 1/2 Book; binding tight, boards straight and clean; minor bump to bottom edge one page and to top corner couple pages else text free of marks, appears unread. Dust jacket ($27.00) has mild bumping to mostly top spine and top rear cover with 1/4" closed puncture to front cover by spine and 1/4" closed tear to bottom rear cover. Color sharp. Under archival quality mylar cover. Several photographs. Photos upon request. Packed well and shipped in a sturdy box. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. The book is inscribed by Richard Riordan in pen on the title page. The inscription reads " Eddie, To a great friend of the Pantry! Richard J. Riordan". The jacket has some scuffing. Inscribed by Author(s).