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The Brilliant Disaster: Jfk, Castro, And America'S Doomed Invasion Of Cuba'S Bay Of Pigs
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A Balanced, Engrossing Account (Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review) Of The Bay Of Pigs Crisis Drawing On Longhidden Cia Documents And Delivering The Vivid Truth Of Five Pivotal Days In April 1961.At The Heart Of The Bay Of Pigs Crisis Stood President John F. Kennedy, And Journalist Jim Rasenberger Traces What Kennedy Knew, Thought, And Said As Events Unfolded. He Examines Whether Kennedy Was Manipulated By The Cia Into Approving A Plan That Would Ultimately Involve The American Military. He Also Draws Compelling Portraits Of The Other Figures Who Played Key Roles In The Drama: Fidel Castro, Who Shortly After Achieving Power Visited New York City And Was Cheered By Thousands (Just Months Before The United States Began Plotting His Demise); Dwight Eisenhower, Who Originally Ordered The Secret Program, Then Later Disavowed It; Allen Dulles, The Cia Director Who May Have Told Kennedy About The Plan Before He Was Elected President (Or So Richard Nixon Suspected); And Richard Bissell, The Famously Brilliant Deus Ex Machina Who Ran The Operation For The Ciaand Took The Blame When It Failed. Beyond The Shortterm Fallout, Rasenberger Demonstrates, The Bay Of Pigs Gave Rise To Further And Greater Woes, Including The Cuban Missile Crisis, The Vietnam War, And Even, Possibly, The Assassination Of John Kennedy.Written With Elegant Clarity And Narrative Verve, The Brilliant Disaster Is The Most Complete Account Of This Event To Date, Providing Not Only A Fastpaced Chronicle Of The Disaster But An Analysis Of How It Occurreda Question As Relevant Today As Thenand How It Profoundly Altered The Course Of Modern American History.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Brilliant Disaster'? A: 'The Brilliant Disaster' focuses on the Bay of Pigs crisis, detailing the events and decisions made by key figures, particularly President John F. Kennedy, during the failed invasion of Cuba.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Brilliant Disaster'? A: The author of 'The Brilliant Disaster' is Jim Rasenberger, a journalist who provides an in-depth analysis of the Bay of Pigs crisis.
- Q: When was 'The Brilliant Disaster' published? A: 'The Brilliant Disaster' was published on April 10, 2012.
- Q: Is 'The Brilliant Disaster' available in different formats? A: 'The Brilliant Disaster' is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Brilliant Disaster' have? A: 'The Brilliant Disaster' has a total of 480 pages.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in 'The Brilliant Disaster'? A: Key themes in 'The Brilliant Disaster' include governmental decision-making, the role of intelligence agencies, and the long-term repercussions of the Bay of Pigs invasion on U.S. foreign policy.
- Q: Does 'The Brilliant Disaster' include primary sources? A: Yes, 'The Brilliant Disaster' draws on long-hidden CIA documents to provide a detailed and factual account of the events during the Bay of Pigs crisis.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Brilliant Disaster' is in new condition.
- Q: What edition of 'The Brilliant Disaster' is available? A: The available edition of 'The Brilliant Disaster' is a reprint.
- Q: What makes 'The Brilliant Disaster' a relevant read today? A: 'The Brilliant Disaster' remains relevant today as it provides insights into decision-making processes and consequences that are applicable to current geopolitical issues.