JFK: Reckless Youth
JFK: Reckless Youth
Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1992
Book Brief
898
Biography • Nonfiction
United States • 1930s-1940s
1992
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In JFK: Reckless Youth, Nigel Hamilton chronicles the early years of John F. Kennedy, from his birth in Brookline to his time at elite schools, his many relationships, and his military career, using Kennedy's own letters and interviews for a vivid portrayal of a complex individual ready for political greatness. The book includes discussions of familial conflict and health issues.
Informative
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Emotional
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Nigel Hamilton's JFK: Reckless Youth offers a detailed exploration of John F. Kennedy's early years. Positive reviews commend its thorough research and engaging prose, capturing Kennedy's charisma and complex personality. However, some criticize the book's speculative elements and occasional overemphasis on minutiae. Overall, it provides an insightful but sometimes uneven portrait.
Who Should Read JFK: Reckless Youth?
Enthusiasts of political biographies and American history will relish JFK: Reckless Youth by Nigel Hamilton. This book appeals to readers captivated by the early life of influential figures, similar to those who enjoyed David McCullough's John Adams and Robert A. Caro's The Path to Power.
1,236 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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898
Biography • Nonfiction
United States • 1930s-1940s
1992
Adult
18+ years
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