Living, Leading, and the American Dream Paperback - 2003

First line

John W. Gardner was a California native who grew up with all the sunny optimism that implies.

From the rear cover

"As an educator and social activist, John Gardner gave so much to the benefit of our communities, states, and nation."-- The Honorable Jimmy Carter

"John Gardner embodied the excellence he taught. This sampling of a noble life will keep alive the breadth of his perceptions and the depth of his commitment to a more rational, more caring society"
-- Daniel Schorr, senior news analyst, National Public Radio

"Intellectual, activist, gadfly, leader, dreamer, and realist, John Gardner held a wry and joyous faith in the capacity of all Americans to renew themselves and our country. This inspiring collection of his insights and his vision is his parting gift to all who share that faith-- or need to be reminded of it."
-- The Honorable Timothy E. Wirth, president, United Nations Foundation

"ohn always said 'leaders find the words, ' and it was never more true than in his own writings. This book is a great gift, enabling his spirit and inspiration to keep guiding our lives in meaningful directions, like the treasured mentor and companion he was for so many."
-- Robert L. Joss, dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University

"Living, Leading, and the American Dream is an invaluable collection of
John Gardner's wise lessons on how to be a strong leader, a committed
citizen, and a thoughtful, productive individual-- a true gift from a
truly great man in an age when all three are so badly needed."
-- Marian Wright Edelman, President, Children's Defense Fund

From the jacket flap

"As an educator and social activist, John Gardner gave so much to the benefit of our communities, states, and nation."-- The Honorable Jimmy Carter

"John Gardner embodied the excellence he taught. This sampling of a noble life will keep alive the breadth of his perceptions and the depth of his commitment to a more rational, more caring society"
-- Daniel Schorr, senior news analyst, National Public Radio

"Intellectual, activist, gadfly, leader, dreamer, and realist, John Gardner held a wry and joyous faith in the capacity of all Americans to renew themselves and our country. This inspiring collection of his insights and his vision is his parting gift to all who share that faith-- or need to be reminded of it."
-- The Honorable Timothy E. Wirth, president, United Nations Foundation

"ohn always said 'leaders find the words, ' and it was never more true than in his own writings. This book is a great gift, enabling his spirit and inspiration to keep guiding our lives in meaningful directions, like the treasured mentor and companion he was for so many."
-- Robert L. Joss, dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University

"Living, Leading, and the American Dream is an invaluable collection of
John Gardner's wise lessons on how to be a strong leader, a committed
citizen, and a thoughtful, productive individual-- a true gift from a
truly great man in an age when all three are so badly needed."
-- Marian Wright Edelman, President, Children's Defense Fund