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The Two-Term Jinx!: Why Most Presidents Stumble in Their Second Terms, and How Some Succeed: Volume 1, George Washington-Theodore Roosevelt (The Two-Term ... Presidents Stumble, and Why Some Succeed) Kindle Edition

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The Two-Term Jinx!: Why Most Second-Term Presidents Stumble, and How Some Succeed, Volume 1, is a popular account of the wild presidencies of the two-term Chief Executives, from George Washington to Theodore Roosevelt. It details how most two termers have had unsuccessful or unlucky second terms.

Lincoln and McKinley were both assassinated early in their second terms. George Washington was afflicted by ill health, by pirates, and by Alexander Hamilton’s departure. James Madison fled to Virginia as British invaders burned his capital down. After the success of his first-term Louisiana Purchase, Thomas Jefferson imposed an ill-fated trade embargo in his second, while his former Vice-President Aaron Burr committed treason. Grover Cleveland was afflicted by cancer, and saw the economy collapse. In filling out Lincoln’s second term, Andrew Johnson was impeached.

This intriguing book supplies many examples that the so-called second-term curse is not legend at all, but real. As well as instances of some Presidents, such as Teddy Roosevelt, Andrew Jackson, and James Monroe, who managed to beat the second-term fall. It provides insights into how second-term woes can be avoided which can prove useful to any executive, or office worker or student, in any field or career.

The book outlines the rivals and colleagues, and political viewpoints, of these famous figures. And the astonishing events and issues—the nation’s founding, the naval wars with France and Britain, the Aaron Burr conspiracy, the War of 1812, the Monroe Doctrine, slavery, the role of federal banks and tariffs, the Civil War, Reconstruction, industrialization and the rise of unions and corporations, financial panics and recessions, the Spanish-American War, the Panama Canal, and more—with which they grappled.

Volume 2 of The Two-Term Jinx!, also due out in 2016, will look at the two-term Presidents from Woodrow Wilson to Barack Obama.

This work, although based on rigorous scholarship, is aimed more at a popular audience than an academic one. It tells the story of two-term presidents in a straight-forward, journalistic way. Its main market is the educated lay reader, with a particular interest in history and politics. Moreover, its many specific niche markets include students and teachers in the social sciences, U.S. and presidential politics, the school textbook market, and historians and journalists. Another target audience is readers of how-to business books, with this work providing lessons in successful and unsuccessful executive management at the highest level.

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The author, Edward Moser, is a former speechwriter for the President of the United States. He was also a writer for Jay Leno's "The Tonight Show", and an ex-Editor of Time-Life Books. He is the author, co-author, or editor of 12 published books, on such subjects as history, politics, humor, and technology. Turner Publishing Company recently published his work, A to Z of America (http: //www.amazon.com/Patriots-America-Things-American-Should/dp/1596525495), a series of vignettes on famous events and personalities in U.S. history. He also runs a popular tour of the White House and Lafayette Square areas of Washington, D.C. (https: //www.facebook.com/LafayetteSquareTourOfScandalAssassinationIntrigue). His M.A. in foreign affairs is from George Washington University in D.C., and his B.A. in history is from the State University of New York at Albany. His recent satire of official Washington, D.C. is, Foundering Fathers: What Jefferson, Franklin, and Abigail Adams Saw in Modern D.C.! Second Edition (https: //www.amazon.com/Foundering-Fathers-Jefferson-Franklin-Abigail/dp/1492257923/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=). --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01K0NT0CK
Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 7, 2016
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 6205 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 363 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1530790514

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Ed Moser is a former writer for Jay Leno's "Tonight Show"; operator of a history tours group; speechwriter for President of the United States; a former editor for Time-Life Books; tech/science writer/editor/manager; and biotech writer.

He is also the author of THE OLD TOWN HORROR: Murder and Theft in America’s Most Historic Locale:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BX27RWYG?ref_=pe_3052080_276849420

He is also the author, for Rowman & Littlefield, of The White House’s Unruly Neighborhood: Crime, Scandal & Intrigue in the History of Lafayette Square:

https://www.amazon.com/Lost-History-Capital-Tumultuous-Congress/dp/1493055909/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

And the author, for McFarland Publishing, of The White House’s Unruly Neighborhood: Crime, Scandal & Intrigue in the History of Lafayette Square:

https://www.amazon.com/White-Houses-Unruly-Neighborhood-Lafayette-ebook/dp/B082ZVDCD7/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1555118270&sr=1-1-catcorr

And Ed runs a fun, White House-area history tour, the Lafayette Square Tour of Scandal, Assassination & Intrigue, a highly rated tour on Meetup and TripAdvisor:

https://www.meetup.com/Lafayette-Sq-Tours-of-Scandal-Assassination-Spies-Meetup/

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g28970-d12791843-Reviews-Lafayette_Square_Tour_of_Scandal_Assassination_Intrigue-Washington_DC_District_of.html

https://www.facebook.com/LafayetteSquareTourOfScandalAssassinationIntrigue

He is also the author of the book, The Two-Term Jinx!: Why Most Presidents Stumble in Their Second Terms, and How Some Succeed:

https://www.amazon.com/Two-Term-Jinx-Presidents-Washington-Theodore-Roosevelt/dp/1530790514/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1469708458&sr=1-1&keywords=two-term+jinx

Facebook page for The Lost Capitol:

https://www.facebook.com/The-Lost-History-of-the-Capitol-112769207721802

Facebook page for The White House's Unruly Neighborhood:

https://www.facebook.com/WhiteHouseUnrulyNeighborhood/?modal=admin_todo_tour

Facebook page for Two-Term Jinx!:

https://www.facebook.com/TwoTermJinx

He is also author of the comedy, Foundering Fathers: What Jefferson, Franklin, and Abigail Adams Saw in Modern D.C.!:

http://www.amazon.com/Foundering-Fathers-Jefferson-Franklin-Abigail-ebook/dp/B00FEZG8UW

He also authored the history book, A Patriot's A to Z of America:

http://www.amazon.com/Patriots-America-Things-American-Should-ebook/dp/B00655SO9S/ref=tmm_kin_title_0?_encoding=UTF8&sr=8-1&qid=1415975803

Further, Mr. Moser is a social media analyst for various enterprises; writer of histories of Abbott Labs and Pfizer, Inc.; and author for Random House of the "Political Correct" series, among others.

He specializes in entertaining and informative speaking and writing on complex and timely topics. Humor, computers, politics, biotech, business, science, history, tech. Contact him for a intriguing speech to your org--savvyveteran at gmail dot com.

Has pen, will travel!

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Catherine Scott

Great for high school or college classes!

Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2016

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Two-Term Jinx is a well written book that would be great for high school or college level classes. In an easy to read and understand format (and easy to remember due to presidential association), the author touches on important historical events as well as tying in their effect on presidential popularity. A very inclusive history book where the author did the leg work of information gathering and discerning of important facts.

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MTS

Brilliant synopsis of presidents that were elected to two terms ...

Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2016

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For those of us who want to know about some of the lesser known presidents. Brilliant synopsis of presidents that were elected to two terms of office as well as offering a general detailed analysis of what it was like to live in those times. I anxiously await more education with volume 2 covering presidents post-Theodore Roosevelt.

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Paul D. Blumstein

Different angle to history

Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2017

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Pity the poor historian who wishes to write a book. Every topic has already been covered, do you need a unique angle. This author found one and it presents history in a different and interesting way.

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RLF

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2017

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Excellent, prompt service. Thanks!

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A. Vroom

Interested in Engaging DC Lore & History? - Buy - and Read :-) - Ed Moser's Books!

Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2016

Ed Moser should be declared a Washington DC Area National Treasure – his histories are not only well-researched, but also told in a simply fascinatingly engaging manner - I’m a “local” DC-er so I know a lot of family lore and personal experience of DC, but Ed's range of stories - and I have had the pleasure of participating in one of his personally led history tours here in DC - just blows me away!!! If you live in the DMV (District of Columbia/Maryland/Virgina) region and like to take friends & family on weekend local landmarks sojourns - buy Ed's books - if you're planning on visiting DC and what to be prepared to sight-see informatively - buy Ed's books - or if you're a history buff and just like informative fun - and reliably serious - fact filled entertaining reads - buy Ed's books! Bravo Ed!!! :-)

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Refreshing view of our American heritage

Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2016

I was a history major in college and grad school and specialized in American History and cultural history in particular. I can't believe how much I've learned from this fresh, new perspective on our greatest treasures - our two term presidents. Kudos to Mr. Moser who manages to capture the spirt of the times and the challenges that each of these individuals faced. What's especially appreciated is the style in which this book is written - he manages to tell a story and deliver history at the same time. Eagerly awaiting volume 2!

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Savvy Veteran

Sheds new light on old stories like the War of 1812

Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2016

This book is impressive for many reasons. The clarity of the writing. Its scope, stretching from George Washington to Teddy Roosevelt. (With a second volume from Woodrow Wilson to the Obama Administration. Intriguing anecdotes on the Presidents, such as Washington's second-term woes with his domestic servants, Andy Jackson's wounds from dueling, and Grover Cleveland's secret cancer surgery. Lots of election results for the political junkie. Sheds new light on old stories like the War of 1812, Reconstruction, Jefferson's problems with the military, and Grant's scandals. A perfect background book to the wild election of 2016.

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Mike Piekarski

An absorbing read

Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2016

The Two-Term Jinx! is an absorbing read, educational without being pedantic. Mr. Moser’s ability to tell fascinating (true) stories while making a larger point is impressive. He has a firm grasp not only on the historical record but on the humanity behind each of his subjects. I’d recommend this book not only for history buffs, but for anyone for who would like to be entertained while absorbing information about the trials and triumphs of our nation’s commanders-in-chief.

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