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The Power Game by Hedrick Smith | 1988 First Edition Hardcover Political Nonfiction
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he Power Game: How Washington Works
by Hedrick Smith — First Edition, 1988 (Random House)
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Hedrick Smith delivers a revealing and highly readable portrait of the inner workings of Washington, D.C., during the 1980s. Based on extensive reporting and insider interviews, The Power Game exposes how decisions are really made in the halls of Congress, the White House, and the Pentagon — and why the American political system often struggles to function effectively.
A companion to the acclaimed PBS television series, this book explores the rise of new political styles and the evolution of influence in modern government. Smith captures the players behind the scenes — presidents, lobbyists, staffers, and power brokers — in vivid detail, showing how ambition, personality, and strategy drive the American political machine.
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• Publisher: Random House, New York (1988)
• ISBN: 0-394-55447-7
• Edition: First Edition
• Format: Hardcover with original dust jacket
• Condition: Very Good — tight binding, clean pages, bright jacket with light wear along edges
• Pages: 764
• Special Note: “As Seen on PBS Television” gold seal on front cover
A fascinating and timeless examination of political maneuvering and the culture of power in America — perfect for readers of political history, journalism, and government studies.