The Strange Career of Mr. Hoover Under Two Flags (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162805429)

The Strange Career of Mr. Hoover Under Two Flags is a book written by John Hamill that explores the life and career of J. Edgar Hoover, the former director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), under two different political regimes. The book delves into Hoover's early life, his rise to power within the FBI, and his controversial actions during his time in office.Hamill examines Hoover's tenure under two different presidents, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry S. Truman, and how his actions and policies changed depending on the political climate. The book also explores Hoover's relationship with other notable figures of the time, including Martin Luther King Jr. and President John F. Kennedy.Throughout the book, Hamill presents a critical analysis of Hoover's legacy, highlighting both his successes and failures as the head of the FBI. The book also delves into the controversies surrounding Hoover's personal life, including rumors of his homosexuality and allegations of abuse of power.Overall, The Strange Career of Mr. Hoover Under Two Flags provides a comprehensive look at one of the most influential figures in American law enforcement and politics, shedding light on the complex and often contradictory nature of J. Edgar Hoover's legacy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Hamill
ISBN-10: 1162805420
ISBN-13: 9781162805429
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 392
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d