The Pentagon Papers

This paperback edition shows noticeable signs of wear, with creases and slight tears on the cover. The pages are yellowed with age, and there is some staining visible. Despite these flaws, the binding remains intact, and the text is fully legible. There is no dust jacket, as expected for this format.

The Pentagon Papers, authored by Neil Sheehan, Hedrick Smith, E. W. Kenworthy, and Fox Butterfield, is a significant work published by Bantam Books, Inc. in July 1971. This edition captures the complete and unabridged series of investigative reports as published by The New York Times, revealing the secret history of the Vietnam War. The book is a paperback edition, published simultaneously in the United States and Canada. It is based on extensive investigative reporting, making it a crucial document in understanding the complexities of the Vietnam War era. The authors, renowned for their journalism, provide a detailed account that has become a pivotal reference for historians and political analysts. This particular printing is notable for its comprehensive coverage and the historical context it provides. The book is in fair condition, showing signs of age and use, but remains an essential acquisition for collectors and researchers interested in American history and journalism.