Robert F. Kennedy And the Death of American Idealism (Library of American Biography Series) (Paperback)

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At the forefront of the social movements and political crises that gripped America in the 1950s and 1960s, Robert F. Kennedy saw, advised and led the United States through some of the most epochal events in the 20^th century. 

 

This newest edition in the Library of American Biography Series chronicles the life of Robert F. Kennedy from his time as a boy growing up amidst the turmoil of the Great Depression and World War II to his rise as a central figure in the national debate on communism, poverty, civil rights, and the war in Vietnam.

 

The titles in the Library of American Biography Series make ideal supplements for American History Survey courses or other courses in American history where figures in history are explored. Paperback, brief, and inexpensive, each interpretative biography in this series focuses on a figure whose actions and ideas significantly influenced the course of American history and national life. At the same time, each biography relates the life of its subject to the broader themes and developments of the times.

Product Details

• Paperback: 180 pages
• Publisher: Longman; 1 edition (October 27, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0321386108
• ISBN-13: 978-0321386106
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #593,108 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Solid, concise biography of a great man, November 8, 2007

By	T. Tiraterra "Fluffy" (Davis, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I happen to personally know Professor Joseph Palermo and I greatly respect the work he does, so this leaves me with a bias when reviewing his books. However, Professor Palermo is a solid writer, and this is one of the best concise biographies on Robert Kennedy that is available. Palermo paints a moving portrait of America's last great leader of the 1960's (and indeed only great generational leader in terms of modern presidential candidates). The book is especially good at recounting Kennedy's political career and the divisions within the Democratic Party and the nation that he attempted to heal. Palermo's previous book-- "In His Own Right"-- is a more complete study of Kennedy's political life, but this is a solid biography in its own right. Highly recommended for those looking for a quick and informative read on a great man.