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The must-read summary of Michael Beschloss's book: “Presidential Courage: Brave Leaders and How They Changed America, 1789-1989”.
This complete summary of "Presidential Courage" by Michael Beschloss, a renowned American historian and specialist in presidency, presents his description of the particularities, weaknesses and complexities that characterize the presidents that changed the future of America, particularly in times of difficulty or faced with complex dilemmas to resolve.
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To learn more, read "Presidential Courage" and discover what motivated some of American history's bravest leaders.
This complete summary of "Presidential Courage" by Michael Beschloss, a renowned American historian and specialist in presidency, presents his description of the particularities, weaknesses and complexities that characterize the presidents that changed the future of America, particularly in times of difficulty or faced with complex dilemmas to resolve.
Added-value of this summary:
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• Understand American presidency and those who stepped up to the mark in difficult times
• Expand your knowledge of American politics and history
To learn more, read "Presidential Courage" and discover what motivated some of American history's bravest leaders.
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American Presidents have faced crucial times in our country’s history. The presidents showcased in Presidential Courage are those leaders who showed courage and leadership that dramatically changed the future of America. The presidents are brought to life – not as one-dimensional heroes, but with particularities, weaknesses, and complexities. All, however, are shown coping with the supreme dilemmas of their lives.
About the Author
Michael Beschloss is the author of eight books on American Presidents and has been called the nation’s leading Presidential historian by Newsweek. He is the NBC News Presidential Historian and also contributes to PBS’s The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer.
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