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King Richard: Nixon And Watergatean American Tragedy,New
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One Of Usa Today'S Best Books Of The Year A Riveting Account Of The Crucial Days, Hours, And Moments When The Watergate Conspiracy Consumed, And Ultimately Toppled, A Presidentfrom The Bestselling Author Of One Minute To Midnight.In January 1973, Richard Nixon Had Just Been Inaugurated After Winning Reelection In A Historic Landslide. He Enjoyed An Almost 70 Percent Approval Rating. But By April 1973, His Presidency Had Fallen Apart As The Watergate Scandal Metastasized Into What White House Counsel John Dean Called A Fullblown Cancer. King Richard Is The Intimate, Utterly Absorbing Narrative Of The Tensionpacked Hundred Days When The Watergate Conspiracy Unraveled As The Burglars And Their Handlers Turned On One Another, Exposing The Crimes Of A Vengeful President.Drawing On Thousands Of Hours Of Newlyreleased Taped Recordings, Michael Dobbs Takes Us Into The Heart Of The Conspiracy, Recreating These Traumatic Events In Cinematic Detail. He Captures The Growing Paranoia Of The Principal Players And Their Desperate Attempts To Deflect Blame As The Noose Tightens Around Them. We Eavesdrop On Nixon Plotting With His Aides, Raging At His Enemies, While Also Finding Time For Affectionate Moments With His Family. The Result Is An Unprecedentedly Vivid, Closeup Portrait Of A President Facing His Greatest Crisis.Central To The Spellbinding Drama Is The Tortured Personality Of Nixon Himself, A Man Whose Strengths, Particularly His Determination To Win At All Costs, Become His Fatal Flaws. Rising From Poverty To Become The Most Powerful Man In The World, He Commits Terrible Errors Of Judgment That Lead To His Public Disgrace. He Makes Himselfand Then Destroys Himself.Structured Like A Classical Tragedy With A Uniquely American Twist, King Richard Is An Epic, Deeply Human Story Of Ambition, Power, And Betrayal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'King Richard: Nixon and Watergate--An American Tragedy'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the Watergate scandal and its impact on Richard Nixon's presidency, portraying a detailed account of ambition, power, and the consequences of betrayal.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'King Richard: Nixon and Watergate--An American Tragedy' is Michael Dobbs, known for his detailed historical narratives.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a classic presentation.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 416 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of the Watergate scandal.
- Q: When was 'King Richard' published? A: The book was published on May 25, 2021.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'King Richard: Nixon and Watergate--An American Tragedy' is a first edition.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style? A: Readers can expect a captivating narrative style that combines historical facts with a dramatic recounting of events during the Watergate scandal.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: This book is ideal for history enthusiasts, students of American politics, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the Watergate scandal and Nixon's presidency.
- Q: Does the book include any primary sources? A: Yes, the book draws on thousands of hours of newly-released taped recordings from the Watergate era, providing authentic insights into the events.
- Q: What makes this book stand out from other historical accounts of Watergate? A: Its unique narrative structure, focusing on the personal and psychological aspects of Nixon's character, along with a cinematic portrayal of events, makes it stand out.