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The Eighteenday Running Mate: Mcgovern, Eagleton, And A Campaign In Crisis
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The Riveting Story Of A Doomed Presidential Ticket And The Truth Behind This Singular Electionyear Dramano Skeletons Were Rattling In His Closet, Thomas Eagleton Assured George Mcgoverns Political Director. But Only Eighteen Days Laterafter A Series Of Damaging Public Revelations And Feverish Behindthescenes Maneuveringsmcgovern Rescinded His Endorsement Of His Democratic Vicepresidential Running Mate, And Eagleton Withdrew From The Ticket. This Fascinating Book Is The First To Uncover The Full Story Behind Eagleton'S Rise And Precipitous Fall As A National Candidate.Within Days Of Eagleton'S Nomination, A Pair Of Anonymous Phone Calls Brought To Light His History Of Hospitalizations For Nervous Exhaustion And Depression And Past Treatment With Electroshock Therapy. The Revelation Rattled The Campaign And Placed Mcgovern'S Organization Under Intense Public And Media Scrutiny. Joshua M. Glasser Investigates A Campaign In Disarray And Explores The Perspectives Of The Campaigns Key Players, How Decisions Were Made And Who Made Them, How Cultural Attitudes Toward Mental Illness Informed The Crisis, And How Eagleton'S And Mcgovern'S Personal Ambitions Shaped The Course Of Events.Drawing On Personal Interviews With Mcgovern, Campaign Manager Gary Hart, Political Director Frank Mankiewicz, And Dozens Of Other Participants Inside And Outside The Mcgovern And Eagleton Campsas Well As Extensive Unpublished Campaign Recordsglasser Captures The Political And Human Drama Of Eagleton'S Brief Candidacy. Glasser Also Offers Sharp Insights Into The America Of 1972Mired In War And Anxious About The Economy, A Time With Striking Similarities To Our Own.
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- Q: What is the title of the book? A: The title of the book is 'The Eighteen-Day Running Mate: McGovern, Eagleton, and a Campaign in Crisis'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Joshua M. Glasser.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains three hundred ninety-two pages.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The dimensions are six point fourteen inches in length, one point zero six inches in width, and nine point twenty-five inches in height.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What is the main subject of the book? A: The book explores the political drama surrounding the 1972 presidential campaign of George McGovern and Thomas Eagleton.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book in a traditional manner, as it is a hardcover print edition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: This book is more suitable for adult readers due to its complex political themes and historical context.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: The book is appropriate for readers aged eighteen and older.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place, upright on a shelf to maintain its shape.
- Q: Can I clean the book’s cover? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a dry cloth to remove dust.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for return or exchange options.
- Q: Is there a warranty on this book? A: Books typically do not come with a warranty, but return policies may apply.
- Q: How do I know if this book is right for me? A: If you are interested in political history and campaign strategies, this book is likely a good fit.
- Q: What sets this book apart from other political biographies? A: This book uniquely focuses on the specific events of a short-lived vice-presidential campaign, providing detailed insights into its challenges.