Books matching: watergate scandal
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Save:A landmark of investigative reporting - dense but gripping. A must-read for journalism and history fans, even if it’s sometimes a name-heavy slog.
JUNE 17, 1972. Nine o’clock Saturday morning. Early for the telephone. Woodward fumbled for the receiver and snapped awake. The city editor of the Washington Post was on the line. Five men had been ar... - #2
Save:A smart, empathetic, and endlessly intriguing blend of fact and fiction - Watergate is a must-read for history buffs and lovers of literary political drama, but best enjoyed if you bring a little background knowledge to the party.
She gestured toward the lights of Los Angeles far below Taft Schreiber’s mansion in Bel Air and thought of how these days the million blinkings down there stretched all the way to and beyond Whittier,... - #3
Save:Secret Agenda by Jim Hougan delves into the intricacies of the Watergate scandal, particularly focusing on the involvement of the CIA and its operatives. The book raises critical questions about Daniel Ellsberg's connections to the CIA and how these relationships might have reshaped the narrative surrounding Watergate. By retracing the events from the roles of key figures like Hunt and McCord, Hougan presents a theory that suggests the break-in and subsequent political fallout were part of a larger, more complex web of espionage and manipulation rather than mere political misdeeds.
The writing style is clear and engaging, making it accessible to readers unfamiliar with the intricacies of the case. Hougan's investigative journalism background shines through as he examines the background of the perpetrators and connects various anomalies within the events of Watergate. He challenges conventional narratives, providing a fresh perspective that invites readers to reconsider what they thought they knew about the scandal and its implications in U.S. history.
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Save:Jailbird is a sly, satirical ride through American history and bureaucracy - funny, thoughtful, and unmistakably Vonnegut. Not his most groundbreaking, but a solid (and very witty) entry for fans of his unique style.
Pay attention, please, for years as well as people are characters in this book, which is the story of my life so far. Nineteen-hundred and Twenty-nine wrecked the American economy. Nineteen-hundred an... - #5
Save:A compelling, even-handed, and insightful look at one of America’s most complex presidents - warts and all. Highly recommended for thoughtful readers, regardless of your political leanings.
THE UNITED STATES had throttled its foes with steel. Now it was time to stand down and go home. Navy lieutenant John Renneburg was stationed at the Glenn L. Martin Company aeronautics complex near Bal... - #6
Save:A landmark memoir - thoughtful, richly detailed, and a front-row seat to pivotal moments in US history. Slow at times, but offers rare honesty and valuable perspectives on leadership, privilege, and self-discovery.
MY PARENTS’ paths first crossed in a museum on 23rd Street in New York. It was Lincoln’s Birthday, 1908. Eugene Meyer, who was thirty-two years old, had been in business for himself for only a few yea... - #7
Save:The Final Days by Bob Woodward is a gripping account that delves into the events following the Watergate scandal, providing detailed insights into the downfall and resignation of President Nixon. The book is praised for its meticulous research, capturing not only the facts but also the emotions of those involved. Through a day-by-day narrative, Woodward and Bernstein present a complex portrayal of the key players involved, highlighting their flaws and complexities rather than portraying them as stark black and white figures. The book serves as a warning from the past about the dangers of a president acting above the law and the importance of checks and balances within the government.
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Save:'Enemies: A History of the FBI' by Tim Weiner chronicles the darker side of the FBI, exploring its creation, history, and evolution from the time of J. Edgar Hoover to the War on Terror. The book delves into the agency's intelligence gathering practices, national security concerns, and its struggles with defining its mission. Weiner presents a compelling narrative that sheds light on the FBI's controversial actions, including illegal surveillance, break-ins, and wiretapping, while also examining the moral dilemmas surrounding national security and civil liberties.
The author provides a thorough and interesting history of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, highlighting its successes and failures, its role as an intelligence agency, and its interactions with political leaders throughout history. Weiner's writing style combines historical facts with insightful analysis, offering readers a thought-provoking look at the FBI's complex relationship with power, security, and the law.
J. EDGAR HOOVER WENT TO WAR at the age of twenty-two, on Thursday morning, July 26, 1917. He walked out of his boyhood home in Washington, D.C., and set off for his new life at the Justice Department,... - #9
Save:Epic, opinionated, and packed with insight - "Nixonland" is essential if you want to understand modern American politics, but come prepared for a long, challenging, and sometimes messy journey through one of America’s most turbulent eras.
YOU MIGHT SAY THE STORY STARTS WITH A TELEVISION BROADCAST. IT issued from the Los Angeles television station KTLA, for four straight August days in 1965, culminating Sunday night, August 15, with a o... An epic, thought-provoking chronicle of America’s political and cultural transformation in the 1970s - essential for serious history and politics fans, but perhaps too sprawling for the casual reader.
ONCE UPON A TIME WE had a Civil War. More than six hundred thousand Americans were slaughtered or wounded. Soon afterward, the two sides began carrying out sentimental rituals of reconciliation. Confe...
