ISBN: 9780292765726 - jake: beginnings, on my own, the washington years, the campaign trail, a lifetime of friends (26 Ergebnisse)

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Pickle's folksy vocabulary, his West Texas lilt, his wit and self-deprecating humor echo throughout the book. Each story stands alone, a good, entertaining read. But together, they tell the story of an old-fashioned politician, of Democratic politics in Texas, of conflicts, friendships and personalities, including the likes of Lyndon B. Johnson and John Connally. Jake contains the stories Pickle loves to tell. It's a delightful personal, political chronicle rather than the more traditional political autobiography. -- Austin American-Statesman A heckuva storyteller, Jake Pickle turns this book into a front porch on a lazy summer evening, and puts his reader right beside him. Rich in anecdotes from West Texas to Washington and back again, Jake will introduce you to dozens of colorful characters, several of whom happen to be this country's top leaders. Jake is that great rarity: a political memoir that's really memorable. -- Dan Rather Jake Pickle's book is the kind of book Mark Twain would have written had he served in Congress. It is funny, partly sad, revelatory, and most of all so cheerfully readable. It may be the best book written thus far about the life of a Congressman. -- Jack Valenti Who else in our nation has had the political experience of Jake Pickle? Jake has been a personal friend of mine for many years; and over this period of time, I have been thoroughly entertained with his stories. Now that Jake has put them down in written form, everyone will be treated to stories about his illustrious political career. -- Darrell Royal My life has been given special purpose, Jake Pickle says. Some men live to make money, drink, chase women, collect art, excel at a sport, or pursue other things that give them pleasure. The thing I got hooked on was helping people. And I've had the privilege of helping people by the thousands. Serving in Congress was the greatest honor of my life. In this book, Jake Pickle tells the story of a lifetime in public service, including thirty-one years as Representative for Texas' Tenth Congressional District. Jake tells his story by telling stories-- most of them humorous, some poignant-- that add up to a warmly personal account of his life and career. At the heart of the book are Jake's stories of political life in Washington, Austin, and on the campaign trail. These range from hilarious accounts of all that can and does happen at small-town Texas parades and rallies to clear, no-baloney explanations of some of the major legislation that Jake helped to pass. His stories about Social Security reform, tax-exempt organizations, and pension fund reform legislation make these complex topics easy to understand. This book was written as a collaboration between Jake and his daughter, Peggy Pickle. It offers the fun of listening to a born raconteur spin his tales, while it reveals the ethics and integrity of a man who never forgot that the people elected him to serve them. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Pickle's folksy vocabulary, his West Texas lilt, his wit and self-deprecating humor echo throughout the book. Each story stands alone, a good, entertaining read. But together, they tell the story of an old-fashioned politician, of Democratic politics in Texas, of conflicts, friendships and personalities, including the likes of Lyndon B. Johnson and John Connally. Jake contains the stories Pickle loves to tell. It's a delightful personal, political chronicle rather than the more traditional political autobiography. -- Austin American-Statesman A heckuva storyteller, Jake Pickle turns this book into a front porch on a lazy summer evening, and puts his reader right beside him. Rich in anecdotes from West Texas to Washington and back again, Jake will introduce you to dozens of colorful characters, several of whom happen to be this country's top leaders. Jake is that great rarity: a political memoir that's really memorable. -- Dan Rather Jake Pickle's book is the kind of book Mark Twain would have written had he served in Congress. It is funny, partly sad, revelatory, and most of all so cheerfully readable. It may be the best book written thus far about the life of a Congressman. -- Jack Valenti Who else in our nation has had the political experience of Jake Pickle? Jake has been a personal friend of mine for many years; and over this period of time, I have been thoroughly entertained with his stories. Now that Jake has put them down in written form, everyone will be treated to stories about his illustrious political career. -- Darrell Royal My life has been given special purpose, Jake Pickle says. Some men live to make money, drink, chase women, collect art, excel at a sport, or pursue other things that give them pleasure. The thing I got hooked on was helping people. And I've had the privilege of helping people by the thousands. Serving in Congress was the greatest honor of my life. In this book, Jake Pickle tells the story of a lifetime in public service, including thirty-one years as Representative for Texas' Tenth Congressional District. Jake tells his story by telling stories-- most of them humorous, some poignant-- that add up to a warmly personal account of his life and career. At the heart of the book are Jake's stories of political life in Washington, Austin, and on the campaign trail. These range from hilarious accounts of all that can and does happen at small-town Texas parades and rallies to clear, no-baloney explanations of some of the major legislation that Jake helped to pass. His stories about Social Security reform, tax-exempt organizations, and pension fund reform legislation make these complex topics easy to understand. This book was written as a collaboration between Jake and his daughter, Peggy Pickle. It offers the fun of listening to a born raconteur spin his tales, while it reveals the ethics and integrity of a man who never forgot that the people elected him to serve them. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Good.

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Near Fine. First Edition stated. xxii, 238pp ---- Inscribed and signed by the authors ---- [just a few small, light stains and scattered markings] Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. B&w photographs (illustrator). Inscribed and Signed By the Authors. Book.

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hard Cover. Zustand: Very Good+. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good+. First Edition stated. xxii, 238pp Publication release party invitation laid in ---- Inscribed and signed on half-title: to Maurine . - I remember Lady McBeth! - Jake Pickle, Peggy Pickle, March 1997 ---- Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. B&w photographs (illustrator). Inscribed and Signed By the Authors. …

Cloth. Zustand: Near Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. First Edition. xxii, 238 pp. The book is very slightly cocked. Signed by both authors, with a statement of thanks, on the half-title page. The jacket is slightly rubbed along the upper and lower edges. The political biography of the long-time Congressional Representative for the Tenth District of Texas. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Hardback with dust jacket. Signed by both Jake Pickle and Peggy Pickle on front free end paper. Foreword by Ann Richards. Dust jacket protected by archival cover. Signed by Author.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Hardback with dust jacket. Warmly inscribed on front free end paper by Jake and Peggy Pickle to their friend, a prominent Austin attorney. Signed by Author.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Hardback signed by both Jake and Peggy Pickle. Gift inscription from Jake to personal friends. No dust jacket. First edition with tight bind and clean pages.

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. 1st Edition. NF/NF. First edition, first printing. Signed by both authors on half title page. 238 pp. Signed by Author(s).

hardcover. Zustand: New.

hardcover with dustjacket. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. First Edition. An autobiography of the late J. J. "Jake" Pickle Congressional Representative from the Austin Texas area (tenth Congressional District) for 31 years. Inscribed to a friend and signed by Jake Pickle and his wife Peggy. 238 pages, index. Dust jacket and book are in Fine condition. ; Standard Book Size.; 238 pages; Signed by All Authors.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good - Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good - Fine. First Edition. The autobiographyof the long-time Austin, Texas congresssman written with his wife. Signed by both of them half title page. Minimal wear at the edges of the DJ. A very good or better copy. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Jack Pickle and Peter A. Peyser served in Congress together. Peyser's son sent Pickle a letter requesting that he send a signed copy of his book to his father. And he did that, along with a nice signed letter to Peter A. Peyser Jr. sharing his good feelings about his old colleague. The book has a warm inscription (they played paddle ball together in the good old days) and is signed by Congressman Pickle and his co-author and daughter Peggy Pickle. Say that five times. There are many b&w photographs. This book is a First edition, a Stated First Edition. It is in Near Fine Condition, perfectly clean inside and out, bright gilt lettering on the spine, no wear to call out, no markings on the pages, no creases, no writing in the book (excepting the authors inscription). And the same can be said about the dust jacket, the Un-clipped dust jacket. Looks great, no soiling, no wear that needs to be called out. Take a look at the pictures. See if you agree. The dust jacket will be fitted with a protective cover after the book is scanned. Inscribed by Author(s).…

Zustand: New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 1.47.

hardcover. Zustand: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

Hardcover. First Edition. Octavo, 238 pages. In Very Good condition with a Very Good dust jacket. Spine black with green and white lettering. Dust jacket protected with a mylar covering. Minor general shelf wear. Inscribed to former United States Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Secretary of the Navy, and Director of Policy Planning for the U.S. State Department Paul Nitze on half title page: "To Paul Nitze - / My Secretary of the Navy - and America's Legend. / With personal regards, / Jake Pickle (1963-1964) / Jan. 2001." Shelved Case 1 1/2. Paul Nitze served the United States as Deputy Secretary of Defense, Secretary of the Navy, and Director of Policy Planning for the State Department during the Cold War era. Nitze began acting as Secretary of the Navy in 1963, the same year Pickle was elected to the House of Representatives. Pickle served in the Navy during World War II. 1384335. Shelved Dupont Bookstore.…