The Professional Soldier: A Social and Political Portrait

This hardcover edition is in good condition, with a sturdy binding and clean pages. It is an ex-library copy, evidenced by stamps and markings from the Navy Supply Corps School Technical Library. The dust jacket is missing, and the spine shows minor wear with a taped label. Overall, the book maintains its integrity and readability.

Morris Janowitz's "The Professional Soldier: A Social and Political Portrait" offers an insightful analysis of the military's role in society, first published in 1960. This edition, printed by The Free Press and Collier-Macmillan Limited in March 1966, is the second printing. Janowitz, a renowned sociologist, explores the intersection of military and civilian life, providing a critical examination of the professional soldier's influence on political and social structures. This copy, an ex-library edition, carries the marks of its institutional history, adding character and authenticity. While the dust jacket is absent, the hardcover remains sturdy. This work is essential for those studying military sociology and political science, offering a unique perspective on the social dynamics of armed forces. The book's condition and library provenance make it a distinctive addition to any collection.