31 Days
Gerald Ford, the Nixon Pardon and A Government in Crisis
Barry Werth
A thrilling and engaging read for history buffs and political junkies alike, this book takes readers inside the White House during the tumultuous days of August 1974, following Richard Nixon's resignation and the swearing-in of America's "accidental president," Gerald Ford. With fresh and insightful analysis, acclaimed historian Barry Werth delves into the inner workings of Ford's new administration as it struggled to restore the nation’s tarnished faith in its leadership amid the fallout of the Watergate scandal. The book sheds light on key players and political dilemmas that still resonate today, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American politics.
Publish Date
2006-04-11T00:00:00.000Z
2006-04-11T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
3.87
ISBN
9781400078684
Recommendations
1
Recommendations
2020-07-14T13:51:57.000Z
@WTF_Again_ Ford explained his dilemma, and his reasoning, forthrightly in his memoirs. One need not agree with his decision to appreciate his careful deliberation and principled reasons for choosing that option.
And this book is a great deep dive into that period: – source