American defense policy (288 resultados)

Hardback. Condición: Good. The 1970s and 1980s witnessed growing concern in the United States regarding the relative decline of the American economy and, for defense planners, the military's growing dependence on foreign production of weapons' parts and subcomponents--the guts of many critical weapons systems. The period also witnessed growing interest in industrial policy as a tool for promoting U.S. international competitiveness, defense sectors proving to be particularly attractive candidates for government economic intervention. This study traces the evolution of defense dependence and the U.S. government's response to this dilemma by examining policy ideas and experiments in four defense industries--machine tools, semiconductor manufacturing, ball bearings, and high-definition television technologies--explaining successes and failures, and reviewing prospects for expansion.…

Soft cover. Condición: Fair. 198 numbered pages; a lot of highlighting in text; some notations as well; old price on inside half title page; some minor age spots here and there in text; numerous age specks/ minor spots to edges of closed pages; minor wear to corners and edges of cover; med age darkening and a number of age specks to cover; a few minor creases to cover; several minor dings to cover; weighs 6.5 ounces; measures 7.8 by 5.3 by .4 inches; first listed 1/7/20.…

Condición: Good. Good condition. 5th edition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Paperback. Condición: Good. This invaluable and prudent text remains a classic introduction to the vital security issues facing the United States throughout its history and breaks new ground as a thoughtful and comprehensive starting point in understanding American defense policy and its role in the world today.…

Condición: Very Good. 8th Edition. 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.

Condición: Good. 8th Edition. 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.

Hardback. Condición: Good. The 1970s and 1980s witnessed growing concern in the United States regarding the relative decline of the American economy and, for defense planners, the military's growing dependence on foreign production of weapons' parts and subcomponents--the guts of many critical weapons systems. The period also witnessed growing interest in industrial policy as a tool for promoting U.S. international competitiveness, defense sectors proving to be particularly attractive candidates for government economic intervention. This study traces the evolution of defense dependence and the U.S. government's response to this dilemma by examining policy ideas and experiments in four defense industries--machine tools, semiconductor manufacturing, ball bearings, and high-definition television technologies--explaining successes and failures, and reviewing prospects for expansion.…

Condición: Very Good. Very Good condition. 8th edition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

Condición: good. Book shows general signs of use and handling. May have light wear on the cover or edges and minimal writing or highlighting. Binding remains tight, and pages are clean and readable.

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

Condición: good. All pages and cover are intact. Dust jacket included if applicable, though it may be missing on hardcover editions. Spine and cover may show minor signs of wear including scuff marks, curls or bends to corners as well as cosmetic blemishes including stickers. Pages may contain limited notes or highlighting. "From the library of" labels may be present. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set packaging may be missing. Bundled media e.g., CDs, DVDs, access codes may not be included.…

paperback. Condición: Very Good. 8th. Unmarked interior. 8th edition. Light scratches and edge-wear. Sticker on spine and rear. 2005. Paperback. (1h).

Soft cover. Condición: Fair. 113 numbered pages; minor darkening to text; some highlighting in text; a number of minor specks/ marks to edges of closed pages; light to medium wear to corners and edges of mostly black softcover; medium rub to cover; several minor creases to cover; minor darkening to cover; minor cut to spine material; a number of minor dings/ minor marks to cover; weighs 7.5 ounces; measures 8.9 by 6 by .44 inches; 040925.…

Paper Back. Condición: Fair. Moderate rubbing to the edges and corners. Some highlighting.

Paperback. Condición: Good. This invaluable and prudent text remains a classic introduction to the vital security issues facing the United States throughout its history and breaks new ground as a thoughtful and comprehensive starting point in understanding American defense policy and its role in the world today.…

Condición: 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.

Paperback. Condición: Good. Good - Bumped and creased book with tears to the extremities, but not affecting the text block, may have remainder mark or previous owner's name - GOOD Standard-sized.

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.

Paperback. Condición: 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.

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

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: 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.

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. Very Good/ soft cover. A clean, tight copy. 377 pages.

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.

Paperback. Condición: Good. Used with signs of handling but no markings. Binding is tight. Pasadena's finest new and used bookstore since 1992.

Soft cover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1965. Softcover/Heavy Board Wraps. Book is tight, square, and unmarked but for ex-military library stamps on the half title page and rear inner board; pocket and check out in rear. Book Condition: Good+; chip on front wrap; missing corner pieces on rear wrap; spine label residue; rear cover worn and lightly soiled from adhesive which has removed some of the surface printing. No DJ. Pictorial Wraps. Wraps are not bent or folded; spine is not chipped or split. Text is clean without markings or underlining. Both the immediate present and the future of America are profoundly affected by the role of the armed forces. Yet the complexities of defense policy, how it is formulated and how it is executed remain a mystery to many citizens. This book relates the role of military factors in the nation in the only manner possible to achieve understanding-by using a comprehensive historical approach. A strong straight copy.…

paperback. Condición: Fine. Grade 4 out of 5 points. This is a used book. Book may have wear due to handling. Has no markings on pages. May not include extra materials like access codes, CDs, accessories, etc. All orders ship by next business day! We are a small company and very thankful for your business.…

paperback. Condición: As New. 8th.

Paperback. Condición: Good. Book in Good condition.

Paperback. Condición: Fair. Book in Fair condition.