The march of folly
by Tuchman, Barbara Werthfrey50
Published by : Alfred A. Knopf (New York) , 1984 Physical details: xiv, 447 pages, 32 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm ISBN:0394527771.| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900 - 999 | 909.08 Tuc (Browse shelf) | Available | 54427 |
Includes bibliographical references and index
Pursuit of policy contrary to self-interest -- Prototype: the Trojans take the wooden horse within their walls -- The Renaissance popes provoke the Protestant secession: 1470-1530 -- The British lose America -- America betrays itself in Vietnam -- Epilogue: "A lantern on the stern."
Traces and explores the recurring pursuit by governments of policies contrary to their own interests.