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Saying No to Power
Autobiography of a 20th Century Activist and Thinker
by William Mandel
ISBN: 0887392865
ISBN-13: 9780887392863
Format: Paperback
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Publisher: Creative Arts Book Co
Published date: 1999
Size: 6.25 x 9.25 inches
Weight: 1.95 pounds
Pages: 651
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Saying No to Power
Mandel, William (SIGNED)
Berkeley, CA: Creative Arts Book Company, 1999. NF/No Jacket as published. Large trade PB, SIGNED and inscribed by author on front endpage. Subtitled, "Autobiography of a 20th Century Activist and Thinker". A leader for social justice, anti-racism and human rights, author Mandel views 20th century history through his unique prism and ends up with an "instructive and inspirational story".. Signed by Author(s). Soft cover. ( more information) Offered by Rivendell Books (United States)
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