| John F. Kennedy: A Biography Contributor(s): Meagher, Michael (Author), Gragg, Larry D. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0313354162 ISBN-13: 9780313354168 Publisher: Greenwood OUR PRICE: $42.57 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: July 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Biography & Autobiography | Presidents & Heads Of State - Biography & Autobiography | Historical - Social Science | Popular Culture |
| Dewey: B |
| LCCN: 2011017654 |
| Series: Greenwood Biographies |
| Physical Information: 0.8" H x 6.2" W x 9.3" (1 lbs) 200 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 20th Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: John F. Kennedy is revered as one of the United States' most iconic and inspirational presidents. Among his historic accomplishments, however, Kennedy was also a human being who made tragic miscalculations in the Bay of Pigs fiasco, publicly expressed doubts about democracy, and supported the use of fear-based tactics to manipulate the American people. John F. Kennedy: A Biography provides background information about the Kennedy family in the early 20th century, describes the rise of Joseph P. Kennedy as a major figure in American life, and chronicles the subsequent emergence of his second son, John F. Kennedy, as a leading figure in American politics. The authors provide a fascinating look at how the characteristics of a 23-year-old John F. Kennedy in 1940 were borne out in his performance as president two decades later. |