Henry Kissinger
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The former Secretary of State under Richard Nixon argues that a coherent foreign policy is essential and lays out his own plan fo
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r getting the nation's international affairs in order.
About the Author
Henry A. Kissinger was sworn in on September 22, 1973, as the fifty-sixth United States Secretary of State, a position he held until January 20, 1977. Among the awards Dr. Kissinger has received have been the Nobel Peace Prize in 1973, the Presidential Medal of Freedom (the nation's highest civilian award) in 1977, and the Medal of Liberty in 1986. Dr. Kissinger was born in Fuerth, Germany, and was naturalized a United States citizen in 1943. He received an M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from Harvard University and has taught at Harvard in both the Department of Government and the Center for International Affairs. At present, Dr. Kissinger is chairman of Kissinger Associates, Inc., an international consulting firm.
From AudioFile
Kissinger is well known for his foreign policy ideas and for his distinctive voice. But that voice is not suited to reading audiobooks. Thankfully, Kissinger reads only a short introduction. With a solid baritone voice and an even pace, Philip Bosco reads the text in a dignified and highly formal manner. In fact, one might say this audiobook sounds like a series of formal lectures being delivered at an Ivy League institution. The text is sharply written and is a good introduction to current issues in American foreign policy, such as our current relationships with Russia and China. The discussion of globalization, wherein Kissinger strongly criticizes the international protesters, is particularly informative. Even if you disagree with Kissinger's policy positions, you will find his discussion interesting. M.L.C. © AudioFile 2002, Portland, Maine--
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