RARE Government Project by Edward C. Banfield 1st Printing 1st Edition 1951 HC

Description: This rare copy of Banfield's debut, formative novel is in excellent condition! The cover and binding are fully intact, and the pages are crisp and well-preserved! There are only two original, 1950s hardcover's available across all e-commerce websites, making this an extremely rare find. The other copy can be found on Amazon by a different seller and at a higher price. Best offer's accepted exclusively on this one. Comes as shown. Synopsis: "Government Project" delves into the government's seven-year endeavor, investing over $1,000,000 and the efforts of several dedicated officials to create a cooperative farm for some of the nation's most disadvantaged individuals. Despite being administered with honesty, zeal, and efficiency, the project ultimately failed at its peak of apparent success. Banfield's narrative illuminates the inherent challenges of public administration and human cooperation. This seminal work is a significant contribution to the field of political science and remains relevant to students, scholars, and enthusiasts of public administration and policy studies. Its detailed exploration of government processes and administrative behavior makes it a must-read for anyone interested in the inner workings of public sector projects. Product Details:Title: Government Project Author: Edward C. BanfieldEdition: 1st EditionPrinting: 1st Printing Publisher: The Free Press Year: 1951Location: Glencoe, IL Disclaimer: All books sold will have no torn, missing, or ripped pages. The dust-jacket, outer cover, and page linings may have sustained cosmetic wear, but the internal pages are checked to ensure legibility and quality. Reference pictures are shown for the quality of the internal pages. Previous owners of these books may have made notes or placed their initials within the books. Buyers, please keep in mind these are used copies. The cosmetic detail will be precisely what is seen in the photos, and you will receive the exact book shown! Please reach out for any additional questions, concerns, or comments. Thank you for considering this unique piece of literary history for your collection! ------------------------------ I will ship same-day if ordered before 1pm Eastern, but no later than 1 business day handling time (business days are M-F). This will be packed with exquisite care. Please carefully review the notes and all pictures before buying! Please also feel free to message me if you have any questions. Thanks for looking!

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