Destiny's Consul: America's Greatest Presidents
Autor Michael P. Riccardsen Limba Engleză Hardback – 19 iun 2012
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781442216242
ISBN-10: 1442216247
Pagini: 385
Dimensiuni: 159 x 236 x 34 mm
Greutate: 0.74 kg
Editura: Bloomsbury Publishing
Colecția Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Locul publicării:New York, United States
ISBN-10: 1442216247
Pagini: 385
Dimensiuni: 159 x 236 x 34 mm
Greutate: 0.74 kg
Editura: Bloomsbury Publishing
Colecția Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Locul publicării:New York, United States
Cuprins
Preface: How Presidents Become Great
Chapter 1: George Washington: Creating a Nation in War and then in Peace
Chapter 2: Thomas Jefferson: Establishing Popular Rule
Chapter 3: Andrew Jackson: The President as a Tribune of the People
Chapter 4: James K. Polk: The Arts of Waging Conflict
Chapter 5: Abraham Lincoln: The Commander in Chief Goes to War
Chapter 6: Theodore Roosevelt: The Dynamics of Domestic Reform
Chapter 7: Woodrow Wilson: The Progressive Agenda at Home and across the World
Chapter 8: Franklin D. Roosevelt: The Establishment of the Modern Presidency
Chapter 9: Harry S Truman: The First Imperial President
Chapter 10: Ronald Reagan: Unleashing Right Wing America
Conclusion
Notes
Chapter 1: George Washington: Creating a Nation in War and then in Peace
Chapter 2: Thomas Jefferson: Establishing Popular Rule
Chapter 3: Andrew Jackson: The President as a Tribune of the People
Chapter 4: James K. Polk: The Arts of Waging Conflict
Chapter 5: Abraham Lincoln: The Commander in Chief Goes to War
Chapter 6: Theodore Roosevelt: The Dynamics of Domestic Reform
Chapter 7: Woodrow Wilson: The Progressive Agenda at Home and across the World
Chapter 8: Franklin D. Roosevelt: The Establishment of the Modern Presidency
Chapter 9: Harry S Truman: The First Imperial President
Chapter 10: Ronald Reagan: Unleashing Right Wing America
Conclusion
Notes
Recenzii
The ten greatest American presidents presented by Michael Riccards in Destiny's Consul all share the common traits of leadership that one would expect. More importantly, each was able to embrace and identify with national passions that outlasted their presidencies. While one may quibble over the selection of one or two of these men, Riccards provides case studies of their accomplishments that justify and fortify his position. Students of the presidency and observers of American politics will learn from and enjoy reading Riccards accounts of the individual administration of each.
Presidential greatness is impossible to quantify, but most Americans believe they know it when they see it-if only, in some cases, in retrospect. Having immersed himself in presidential studies for many years, the author offers this 'ten best' account. . . . Demonstrating an admirable familiarity with pertinent secondary literature, Riccards provides breezy narratives on each of his top ten. . . . This book will best serve as a handy reference for anyone interested in knowing more about ten of the best men who held the nation's highest office. Summing Up: Recommended. General readers/public libraries.
America has been fortunate to have had some dynamic presidents, and also fortunate to have the accomplished scholar Michael Riccards delve into the qualities that made these men outstanding chief executives. Destiny's Consul is not just riveting political history, it also provides lessons in leadership.
Far more than a collection of biographies, Destiny's Consul provides insight into how ten U.S. presidents shaped the character of our nation. Once again, Michael P. Riccards demonstrates why he has long been highly regarded as a presidential scholar.
Presidential greatness is impossible to quantify, but most Americans believe they know it when they see it-if only, in some cases, in retrospect. Having immersed himself in presidential studies for many years, the author offers this 'ten best' account. . . . Demonstrating an admirable familiarity with pertinent secondary literature, Riccards provides breezy narratives on each of his top ten. . . . This book will best serve as a handy reference for anyone interested in knowing more about ten of the best men who held the nation's highest office. Summing Up: Recommended. General readers/public libraries.
America has been fortunate to have had some dynamic presidents, and also fortunate to have the accomplished scholar Michael Riccards delve into the qualities that made these men outstanding chief executives. Destiny's Consul is not just riveting political history, it also provides lessons in leadership.
Far more than a collection of biographies, Destiny's Consul provides insight into how ten U.S. presidents shaped the character of our nation. Once again, Michael P. Riccards demonstrates why he has long been highly regarded as a presidential scholar.