John Fitzgerald Kennedy: A Life in Pictures

by Yann-Brice Dherbier, Pierre-Henri Verlhac (Joint Author)

- A celebration in photographs of the life of John F. Kennedy (1917-63), the 35th president of the United States- Published to commemorate the 40th anniversary of his assassination in Dallas on 22 November 1963- A collection of the best photographs, many previously unpublished, together with campaign memorabilla and personal notes that tell the behind-the-scenes story of the youngest man to be elected president- Illustrates the glamour and success of his life, from childhood and student days to congress, fatherhood and the presidency, revealing the tragedy of his untimely death- Offers a unique insight into the family man, as well as the world leader who held firm when the country trembled on the brink of nuclear war and whose economic programmes launched America on its longest sustained expansion since World War I- Includes a biography, famous quotes, handwritten documents and correspondence

Hardcover

First published October 1, 2004

Reviews

[Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent collection that give one greater insight into this fascinating president.