Citizen Soldier
A Life of Harry S. Truman
New York : Basic Books, [2012]
Format: Ebook
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When Harry S. Truman left the White House in 1953, his reputation was in ruins. Tarred by corruption scandals and his controversial decision to drop nuclear bombs on Japan, he ended his second term with an abysmal approval rating, his presidency widely considered a failure. But this dim view of Truman ignores his crucial role in the 20th century and his enduring legacy, as celebrated historian Aida D. Donald explains in this incisive biography of the 33rd president.
Contents:
The web of families -- Captain Truman takes charge -- A man in full -- Maverick New Dealer -- Woes of an accidental President -- Winning is everything -- Korea and the Fair Deal -- Postscript.
Subjects:
Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972.
Presidents -- United States -- Biography.
Soldiers -- United States -- Biography.
BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Historical.
HISTORY / United States / 20th Century.
United States -- Politics and government -- 1945-1953.
Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972.
Presidents -- United States -- Biography.
Soldiers -- United States -- Biography.
BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Historical.
HISTORY / United States / 20th Century.
United States -- Politics and government -- 1945-1953.
ISBN:
0465033075
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Ebook
Electronic resource.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description based on print version record.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description based on print version record.