“Liberty and duty, freedom and responsibility, That’s the deal.” John W. Gardner’s life was dedicated to revitalizing the American Dream, a dream that must be recreated by each generation of caring citizens. Now, more than ever, citizens must step up and take action to create the world in which we want to live. Living, Leading and the American Dream is an inspiration–and a call to action. Beginning with an exploration of Gardner’s life and values in his own words, this stiring and engaging collection shares his vision on personal renewal, community, leadership and civic engagement. The essays and speeches collected in this transformational volume are founded on Gardner’s belief that we as a people want freedom–freedom at home and a world in which freedom is possible. It is founded on the belief that men and women should be enabled to achieve the best that is in them, and that we are the declared enemies of all conditions, such as disease, ignorance, or poverty, that stunt the individual and prevent such fulfillment. And it is founded on the fact that achieving these goals is difficult and requires the commitment of all citizens. The essays in Living, Leading and the American Dream move from personal to the community to the society, offering Gardner’s unique vision of the individual and the greater good. Leaders of innovative organizations, civic leaders, and concerned citizens will find guidance and inspiration in Garnder’s vision of every citizen’s role and responsibility and in our capacity to make a difference.
Book Details:
- Author: John W. Gardner
- ISBN: 9780470330685
- Year Published: 2003
- Pages: 272
- BISAC: BUS071000, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS/Leadership
About the Book and Topic:
“Liberty and duty, freedom and responsibility, That’s the deal.” John W. Gardner’s life was dedicated to revitalizing the American Dream, a dream that must be recreated by each generation of caring citizens. Now, more than ever, citizens must step up and take action to create the world in which we want to live. Living, Leading and the American Dream is an inspiration–and a call to action. Beginning with an exploration of Gardner’s life and values in his own words, this stiring and engaging collection shares his vision on personal renewal, community, leadership and civic engagement. The essays and speeches collected in this transformational volume are founded on Gardner’s belief that we as a people want freedom–freedom at home and a world in which freedom is possible. It is founded on the belief that men and women should be enabled to achieve the best that is in them, and that we are the declared enemies of all conditions, such as disease, ignorance, or poverty, that stunt the individual and prevent such fulfillment. And it is founded on the fact that achieving these goals is difficult and requires the commitment of all citizens. The essays in Living, Leading and the American Dream move from personal to the community to the society, offering Gardner’s unique vision of the individual and the greater good. Leaders of innovative organizations, civic leaders, and concerned citizens will find guidance and inspiration in Garnder’s vision of every citizen’s role and responsibility and in our capacity to make a difference.
John Gardner was a public sector leader whose leadership teachings are relevant for leaders across all sectors. Like the Drucker Foundation books, this book will speak a common language of leadership.
* Presidential Medal of Freedom winner John W. Gardner was the ultimate builder of ideas and unifier of people and causes. * The book is a call to action for business leaders, civic leaders and concerned citizens to step up and take action to create the world in which we want to live. * Includes Gardner’s most incisive writings that take the idea of leadership beyond the bottom line.
About the Author
John W. Gardner (1912-2002) recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, was an adviser to presidents and, to many Americans, a personification of citizen participation and volunteerism in a democratic society. Gardner was Lyndon Johnsons Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare, and a member of presidential panels during the Johnson, Carter, and Reagan administrations.