Robert Dallek
John F. Kennedy: An Unfinished Life 1917-1963
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141976587
- author:
- Robert Dallek
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 864
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 3.8 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- History, Europe, France
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Robert Dallek's definitive biography of John F. Kennedy offers a fresh perspective on the life and legacy of the 35th US President. Drawing on previously unseen archives, Dallek sheds new light on Kennedy's life, revealing a complex and multifaceted individual who was not always the image of robust good health.
Through a detailed examination of first-hand sources, Dallek explores both Kennedy's strengths and weaknesses, providing a nuanced portrait of a leader who was both bold and brave, yet also human and vulnerable. This updated edition of the biography is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in American history and the presidency.
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