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The Kennedys at War: 19371945,Used
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A dramatic, fascinatingand revisionistnarrative detailing how Americas first family was changed utterly during World War II. Firstrate history grounded in scholarship and brought to life by a critically acclaimed author.From breathless hagiographies to scandalmongering exposs, no family has generated more bestselling books than the Kennedys. None of them, however, has focused on the watershed period of World War II, when the course of the family and its individual members changed utterly. Now, in an engaging narrative grounded in impeccable scholarship, Edward J. Renehan, Jr., provides a dramatic portrait of years marked by family tensions, heartbreaks, and heroics. It was during this time that tragedy began to haunt the familyJoe Jr.s death, the untimely widowhood of Kathleen (a.k.a. Kick), Rosemarys lobotomy. But it was also the time in which John F. Kennedy rose above the strictures of the clan and became his own man.In the late 1930s, the Kennedys settled in London, where Joseph Kennedy, Sr., was serving as ambassador. A virulent antiSemite and isolationist, Kennedy relentlessly and ruthlessly fought to keep America out of the war in Europe. His behavior as patriarch in many ways mirrored his public style. Though he was devoted to the family, he was also manipulative and autocratic. In recreating the intense and tensionfilled interactions among the family, Renehan offers riveting, often revisionist views of Joseph Sr.; heir apparent Joe Jr.; Kick, the beautiful socialite; and Jack, the complex charmer. He demonstrates that Joe Jr., although much like his father in opinion and character, was driven to volunteer for a deadly mission in large part because of his fury at Jacks seemingly easy successes. Renehan also delves into why Kick, a good Catholic girl, chose to abandon her religion for the chance to enter the fairytale world of the British aristocracy, only to suffer a horrendous tragedy.It is Renehans reassessment of Jack, however, that is particularly striking. In subtly breaking away from his domineering father over the issue of World War II, Renehan argues, Jack began to forge the character that would eventually take him to the Oval Office. Going behind the familiar (and accurate) image of JFK as a reckless playboy, Renehan shows us a young man of great intelligence, moral courage, and truly astonishing physical bravery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Kennedys at War: 1937-1945'? A: The book provides a dramatic narrative of how the Kennedy family was profoundly affected during World War II, highlighting family tensions, tragedies, and individual developments.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Edward J. Renehan, Jr., who is known for his critically acclaimed historical narratives.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on April 16, 2002.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Kennedys at War' have? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'The Kennedys at War: 1937-1945'.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as new.
- Q: Does the book discuss individual members of the Kennedy family? A: Yes, it explores the lives and experiences of individual family members, including Joe Jr., Kathleen, Rosemary, and John F. Kennedy.
- Q: What historical context does the book cover? A: The book covers the period of World War II and its impact on the Kennedy family.
- Q: Can this book be useful for understanding American history? A: Yes, it provides insights into American history through the lens of the Kennedy family's experiences during a pivotal time.