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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 973.918092
EAN: 9780671869205
ISBN: 0671869205
Label: Simon & Schuster
Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 1120
Publication Date: June 14, 1993
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Sales Rank: 1285
Studio: Simon & Schuster
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Rating: - Truman
The book is well researched and is interesting reading. It's amazing to see the same political arguements in 1934 as in 2008. They were using class warfare in 1934 same as now.
Rating: - Long, but well worth the length
I was given this book as a Christmas present. I had read McCullough's 1776 and John Adams and had enjoyed them both (although I was disappointed in the brevity of 1776). Still this book (Truman) stayed on my shelf gathering dust for over six months. I was initially overwhelmed with its length and afraid to tackle it (I had failed with Vidal's Lincoln and didn't want to repeat that result). I finally screwed my courage and cracked it open.
Although the first 50 pages or so weren't ... Read More
Rating: - A brilliant biography
"Truman" is a much praised book and deservedly so. There is hardly a need for another review, in addition to the 280 already posted here, so I will be brief.
Above all, it is superbly readable, as entertaining as a good novel. I experienced a sense of regret having finished it today.
It is a clear and balanced portrait of a leader and a wonderful study of understated, firm and steady leadership.
I would rate it as essential reading for anyone wanting to understand ... Read More
Rating: - McCullough? Buy It!
I consider myself a fan of history (I like it, but don't know enough and mis-remember even more). David McCullough's books bring to life the stories of our country (and events) in a compelling manner that makes you want more. I eagerly look forward to each of his well researched and "human" look at what has helped shape the U.S. to where we are today. Each of these should be required reading for middle school & high school students - the conversations they create will bring benefits for our future ... Read More
Rating: - You Have To Read THIS Book!
This is quite possibly one of the best books I've ever read. And I do my fair share of reading. Don't let the size of the book scare you either. Its worth putting the time into. David McCullough writes in a readable manner. None of that academic reading stuff that gives you headaches. Listen, if you are even considering buying it you probably already have a little interest in this topic. Do yourself a favor. Buy this book. You can thank me later. Oh, and...Harry is my new hero.
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