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Nixon Agonistes

The Crisis of the Self-Made Man

Garry Wills

This classic analysis delves into the controversial presidency of Richard Nixon, ultimately coming to the conclusion that he was a liberal. Through Wills' exploration of Nixon's opinions, readers gain insight into a struggling nation amid a foolish Asian war, led by a troubled leader who inspires little confidence. Nixon Agonistes offers an incisive and provocative look into the American political machine, making for an essential and entertaining read.
Publish Date
2002-11-14T00:00:00.000Z
2002-11-14T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1969
Goodreads Rating
4.16
ISBN
9780618134328
Recommendations
2
Recommendations
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2022-05-25T16:57:47.000Z
Endorse: @lionel_trolling: "Garry Wills’ Nixon Agonistes: The Crisis of the Self-Made Man might be the best book about American politics in the 20th century I’ve ever read..."      source