Farrell, John

Richard Nixon: the life

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ISBN 13:
9781911617525
author:
Farrell, John
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Scribe Publications
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
752
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 x 4.5 centimetres (0
Genre:
Biography, Political, Biography,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£16.55

Description

Richard Nixon: A Life This magisterial biography examines the life and legacy of one of America's most controversial political figures. From his early days as a Navy lieutenant to his rise through the ranks of politics, John A. Farrell reveals the complexities and contradictions of Richard Nixon's character. Nixon's presidency was marked by significant reforms, including health care, poverty reduction, and environmental protection. However, these efforts were overshadowed by his more divisive policies, such as the opening to China and the escalation of the Cold War. Ultimately, it was Nixon's involvement in the Watergate scandal that led to his resignation in 1974. Farrell's biography offers a nuanced portrait of a man who embodied post-war American political cynicism, and whose legacy continues to be debated today.

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