American Diplomacy: Sixtieth-Anniversary Expanded Edition (Walgreen Foundation Lectures)

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Book Synopsis: For more than sixty years, George F. Kennan’s American Diplomacy has been a standard work on American foreign policy. Drawing on his considerable diplomatic experience and expertise, Kennan offers an overview and critique of the foreign policy of an emerging great power whose claims to rightness often spill over into self-righteousness, whose ambitions conflict with power realities, whose judgmentalism precludes the interests of other states, and whose domestic politics frequently prevent prudent policies and result in overstretch. Keenly aware of the dangers of military intervention and the negative effects of domestic politics on foreign policy, Kennan identifies troubling inconsistencies in the areas between actions and ideals—even when the strategies in question turned out to be decided successes. In this expanded sixtieth-anniversary edition, a substantial new introduction by John J. Mearsheimer, one of America’s leading political realists, provides new understandings of Kennan’s work and explores its continued resonance. As America grapples with its new role as one power among many—rather than as the “indispensable nation” that sees “further into the future”—Kennan’s perceptive analysis of the past is all the more relevant. Today, as then, the pressing issue of how to wield power with prudence and responsibility remains, and Kennan’s cautions about the cost of hubris are still timely. Refreshingly candid, American Diplomacy cuts to the heart of policy issues that continue to be hotly debated today. “These celebrated lectures, delivered at the University of Chicago in 1950, were for many years the most widely read account of American diplomacy in the first half of the twentieth century.”—Foreign Affairs, Significant Books of the Last 75 Years Read more

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American Diplomacy: Sixtieth-Anniversary Expanded Edition (Walgreen Foundation Lectures) is a must-have addition to any bookshelf. George F. Kennan's masterpiece has been a trusted resource on American foreign policy for over sixty years. With his unparalleled diplomatic experience, Kennan provides a comprehensive overview and insightful critique of America's foreign relations. His observations shed light on the frequent clash between American claims of moral righteousness and the reality of power, as well as the detrimental effects of domestic politics on prudent decision-making. Kennan's unmatched expertise makes this book an invaluable resource for understanding the complexities of American diplomacy.

In this expanded edition, John J. Mearsheimer, a leading political realist, contributes a thought-provoking new introduction. Mearsheimer delves into the relevance of Kennan's work in today's world, where the United States no longer stands as the sole global superpower. As our nation grapples with the challenges of sharing power with others, Kennan's astute analysis offers invaluable insights into the responsible exercise of power. His warnings regarding the consequences of arrogance are more pertinent than ever. American Diplomacy addresses pressing policy issues that are still fiercely debated today, making this book an essential read.

This timeless masterpiece has garnered high praise since its release. Foreign Affairs hailed the lectures as "the most widely read account of American diplomacy in the first half of the twentieth century." Join the ranks of individuals who have benefitted from Kennan's wisdom by adding American Diplomacy: Sixtieth-Anniversary Expanded Edition to your collection today.

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