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Reaching for glory : Lyndon Johnson's secret White House tapes, 1964-1965

"Reaching for Glory is a mesmerizing journey into the inner psychological and emotional life of a frightened, lonely, driven, suspicious man. The Johnson of the secret tapes sees hidden enemies all around him. Disloyal aides are flirting with his nemesis, Senator Robert Kennedy. In Johnson'...

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Main Author: Johnson, Lyndon B. 1908-1973.
Contributors: Beschloss, Michael R.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Simon & Schuster, c2001.
Subjects and Genres:
Johnson, Lyndon B. > (Lyndon Baines), > 1908-1973 > Archives.
United States > Politics and government > 1963-1969 > Sources.
Online Access:Table of contents
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