American Power and the New Mandarins

Historical and Political Essays

This collection of essays examines American foreign policy and the responsibilities of intellectuals, with particular attention to the Vietnam War. Chomsky argues that influential scholars and liberal commentators helped justify policies of military intervention while avoiding their moral consequences. The essays also discuss the Spanish Civil War, the use of atomic weapons, and the relationship between political expertise and state power.

by Noam Chomsky

Random House, Incorporated · First published 1969 · 418 pages