Evans, M. Stanton
Blacklisted by History: The Untold Story of Senator Joe McCarthy and His Fight Against America's Enemies
- ISBN 13:
- 9781400081066
- author:
- Evans, M. Stanton
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Three Rivers Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 672
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15.5 x 4.1 cm
- Genre:
- History - U.S.
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Senator Joe McCarthy's legacy has been one of fear and misinformation. However, a closer look at his life and actions reveals a more complex picture. In "Blacklisted by History", M. Stanton Evans sets out to challenge the conventional narrative surrounding McCarthy's campaign against Communists in the US government. Evans' research, spanning six years, uncovers new evidence that challenges the myths surrounding McCarthy's methods and the extent of the perceived threat. Drawing on previously unpublished government records, FBI files, and Soviet archives, Evans presents a compelling case that the Communist drive to infiltrate the US government was real, and that officials failed to act against it. This book offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in American history, one that has been shaped by decades of misinformation and misconception.
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