John F. Kennedy: A Biography (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313354168)

This biography examines the life and political career of a president whose idealism and policies continue to impact the world today despite his brief time in office.

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.

Author: Michael Meagher, Larry D. Gragg
ISBN-10: 0313354162
ISBN-13: 9780313354168
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Language: English
Published: 07/31/2011
Pages: 200
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.20w x 0.80d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 10/01/2011 pg. 46