KISSINGER, Henry. Years of Upheaval (Signed copy)

Boston: Brown and Company, 1982. pp 1283. First edition. Octavo. Maroon buckram. Title in gilt on spine. Slight watermark on lower dust jacket, otherwise a fine copy. This edition is a rare promotional "Not For Resale" copy. Possibly sent to press editors for review.

Years of Upheaval by Henry Kissinger is the second volume of his memoirs, covering his time as U.S. Secretary of State from 1973 to 1974 during one of the most turbulent periods in American and global history. Published in 1982, the book provides a detailed account of major political and diplomatic events, offering Kissinger’s firsthand perspective on the challenges he faced in shaping U.S. foreign policy.

The memoir begins with the resignation of President Richard Nixon amid the Watergate scandal, a moment of deep political crisis in the United States. Kissinger reflects on the difficulties of maintaining stability and continuity in foreign relations while the country’s leadership was in turmoil. He also provides in-depth insights into significant global events, including the Yom Kippur War, the U.S.-Soviet détente, and the complex negotiations that led to the disengagement agreements between Israel and Egypt.

Written in Kissinger’s characteristic analytical style, Years of Upheaval is both a historical record and a defense of his diplomatic strategies. While some view the book as self-serving, it remains an essential read for those interested in Cold War politics, international diplomacy, and the inner workings of U.S. government during a period of unprecedented global challenges.

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