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Kennedy: The Classic Biography (Harper Perennial Political Classics)

by Ted Sorensen

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2118 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	805 pages

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A Captivating Narrative of the Life and Legacy of John F. Kennedy

Kennedy: The Classic Biography is a captivating narrative of the life and legacy of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States. This comprehensive biography, penned by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Reeves, offers a detailed account of Kennedy's early life, political career, and presidency, providing readers with an intimate glimpse into the motivations and complexities of one of the most iconic figures in American history.

Reeves draws upon a wealth of sources, including interviews with Kennedy's family, friends, and colleagues, to paint a vivid portrait of the man behind the public image. He reveals Kennedy's strengths and weaknesses, his triumphs and failures, and his profound impact on American society. Kennedy emerges as a complex and fascinating figure, a charismatic leader who inspired millions but who also faced significant challenges and made difficult decisions.

The book begins with Kennedy's childhood and education, tracing his development from a sickly and introverted boy to a confident and ambitious young man. Reeves then follows Kennedy's political career, from his early days as a congressman to his successful campaign for the presidency in 1960. He explores Kennedy's triumphs, such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and the passage of the Civil Rights Act, as well as his failures, such as the Bay of Pigs invasion and the Vietnam War.

Reeves also examines Kennedy's personal life, including his marriage to Jacqueline Kennedy and his relationships with other women. He paints a complex portrait of a man who was both charming and ambitious, loyal and unfaithful. Kennedy's assassination in 1963 is a tragic to the book, but Reeves also explores the legacy of the Kennedy presidency and its impact on American history.

Kennedy: The Classic Biography is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or the life of John F. Kennedy. It is a captivating and insightful account of one of the most important figures in American history.

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Kennedy: The Classic Biography (Harper Perennial Political Classics)

by Ted Sorensen

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2118 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	805 pages

FREE