Marc J. Selverstone (EDT) Companion to John F. Kennedy

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>A COMPANION TO JOHN F. KENNEDY</b> <p>A COMPANION TO JOHN F. KENNEDY</b> <p> Marc J. Selverstone has compiled an indispensable volume of essays on John F. Kennedy and his presidency, written by a stellar cast of scholars. What stands out in sharp relief in this wide-ranging and authoritative book is how consequential were Kennedy s thousand days for the United States and for the world, and how controversial is his legacy.<BR>Fredrik Logevall,</b> <i>Stephen and Madeline Anbinder Professor of History, Cornell University</i> <p> Marc J. Selverstone has brought together a remarkable group of scholars who illuminate the many important ideas of, and events that occurred during, this brief administration. This book is the best record of the Kennedy years. <BR>Alan Brinkley,</b> <i>Allan Nevins Professor of American History, Columbia University</i> <p> This collection of talented scholars and their research and thoughts on John F. Kennedy is an invaluable resource: a deeply informed conversation for the ages. <BR>Richard Reeves,</b> <i>writer, syndicated columnist, and senior lecturer at the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Southern California</i>>