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The Modern American Presidency

The Modern American Presidency

by Lewis L. Gould (Author), RichardNortonSmith (Foreword)

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    Paperback 2004

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Synopsis

This analysis and critique of the modern American presidency aims to lay bare the current strengths and weaknesses of the office and remind the reader that the presidency remains a work in progress. It surveys the transformation of the White House over the 20th Century.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 318
 Edition: New edition
 Publisher: University Press of Kansas
Published: 28 Feb 2004
ISBN 10: 0700613307
ISBN 13: 9780700613304

Media Reviews
An astute primer in executive power and privilege [and] a concise, intelligent survey of the transformations of the White House over the past century. - Publishers Weekly; From the days of McKinley through the tumultuous days after September 11, Gould has written the freshest and most original study of the modern presidency. His portraits of the leaders are vividly drawn, insightful, and often surprising.... Destined to be a classic. - Steve Neal, political columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times; Anyone interested in the presidency will want to read this book. It is a compelling analysis and critique that lays bare the current strengths and weaknesses of the office and reminds us that the presidency remains a work in progress. - Robert Dallek, author of Unfinished Life: John F. Kennedy, 1917-1963; The Modern American Presidency is that rare achievement; an informative synthesis that does not shy away from strong, provocative judgments. - Richard J. Ellis, author of Presidential Lightning Rods; A joy to read and pleasantly provocative, Gould's masterful work is perfect for classroom use. - History: Reviews of New Books
Author Bio
Lewis L. Gould is Emeritus Professor of History and a Fellow of the Center for American History at the University of Texas at Austin. His many books include The Presidency of William McKinley, The Presidency of Theodore Roosevelt, and Grand Old Party: A History of the Republicans.