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JFK "Superman Comes to the Supermarket": A Pointed Portrait of a Political Campaign,Used
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With Hollywood good looks, boundless enthusiasm, and mesmeric media presence, John F. Kennedy was destined to capture the imaginations of the more than 70 million Americans who watched the nations first televised presidential debate. Just days after beating out Richard Nixon by the narrowest margin in history, Kennedy himself said, It was the TV more than anything else that turned the tide.But one man begged to differ: writer Norman Mailer, who bragged that his proKennedy treatise, Superman Comes to the Supermarket, had won the election for Kennedy. The article, published in Esquire magazine just weeks before polls opened, redefined political reporting with Mailers frank, firstperson voice identifying Kennedy as the existential hero who could awaken the nation from its postwar slumber and conformist Eisenhower years. Both Kennedy and New Journalism had arrived.To commemorate the centennial of Kennedys birth, TASCHEN presents this noholdsbarred portrait of Kennedy on his path to the White House alongside 300 photographs that bring the campaign and the candidates family to life. With featured photojournalists including such illustrious talents as Cornell Capa, Henri Dauman, Jacques Lowe, Arnold Newman, Lawrence Schiller, Paul Schutzer, Stanley Tretick, Hank Walker, and Garry Winogrand, this is a fascinating visual and literary record of the man who would lead America into the 1960s.photo above Stan Wayman/The Life Picture Collection/Getty Images
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Norman Mailer. JFK. Superman Comes to the Supermarket'? A: The main theme of the book is the portrayal of John F. Kennedy as an 'existential hero' during his presidential campaign, emphasizing the impact of media and Mailer's unique narrative style on political reporting.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 370 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in a hardcover format, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Norman Mailer, a renowned writer known for his contributions to journalism and literature.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on March 22, 2017.
- Q: What type of photographs are included in the book? A: The book features 300 photographs from various esteemed photojournalists, capturing the essence of Kennedy's campaign and his family.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in American history? A: Yes, this book is ideal for readers interested in American history, particularly the political landscape of the 1960s and JFK's influence.
- Q: What makes this book different from other biographies about JFK? A: This book stands out due to Mailer's first-person narrative style and its focus on the media's role in shaping public perception during Kennedy's election.
- Q: Can this book be considered a work of New Journalism? A: Yes, the book exemplifies New Journalism through its blend of factual reporting and personal narrative, characteristic of Mailer's writing style.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is brand new, ensuring that buyers receive a pristine copy.