U.S. Presidents For Dummies - Brossura

Stadelmann, Marcus

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0764508857 ISBN 13: 9780764508851

Casa editrice: For Dummies, 2002

Riassunto

An irreverent but informative look at U.S. presidential politics takes a close-up look at the personalities and administrations of each of the U.S. presidents, examining their various accomplishments, failures, famous speeches, scandals, trivia, and influence on the course of American history. Original.

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L'autore:

Marcus Stadelmann is the author of The Dependent Ally: German Foreign Policy 1949--1990 and a contributor to Political Leaders of Contemporary Western Europe.

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Hail to the Chief!

Get the lowdown on our nation?s leaders

Packed with little-known facts and fascinating stories

Get the scoop on America?s leaders from George Washington to George W. Bush

Ever wonder how America?s presidents deal with the fame, stress, and criticism that come along with the most powerful position in the world? From their successes to their scandals, from their public personas to their private lives, this friendly guide follows the careers of the 42 men who have held the office ? revealing intriguing details about their personalities, lifestyles, and the events that influenced their decisions.

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• Explanations in plain English
• "Get in, get out" information
• Icons and other navigational aids
• Tear-out cheat sheet
• Top ten lists
• A dash of humor and fun

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Su questa edizione

• Editore: For Dummies
• Data di pubblicazione: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0764508857
• ISBN 13: 9780764508851
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 412