Edward Moore Kennedy Pořadí knih (chronologicky)

В книге рассказывается о периодах мрака, в который погружали многочисленные семейные трагедии Д. Кеннеди, и о том, как он пускался "во все тяжкие", пытаясь сбежать от реальности

In this landmark autobiography, Senator Edward M. Kennedy shares his extraordinary personal journey, reflecting on his legendary family, political career, and five decades at the heart of national events. As the youngest of nine children of Joseph P. and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, he grew up under the weight of high expectations. He played a pivotal role in his brother John F. Kennedy's presidential campaign and was elected to the U.S. Senate in 1962, embarking on a remarkable political education and legislative career. Kennedy offers an intimate glimpse into his family life, detailing the profound influence of his parents and siblings, as well as the heartbreak and struggles following their deaths. He addresses his work in the Senate on critical issues such as civil rights, Vietnam, Watergate, and the pursuit of peace in Northern Ireland, alongside his lifelong commitment to improving health care for all Americans, shaped by his own hospital experiences. His life is marked by tragedy, perseverance, and a deep love for family, as well as moments of controversy, which he confronts with honesty. At midlife, he found renewed hope through his relationship with Victoria Reggie Kennedy. Facing a tough reelection against Mitt Romney, he embraced a revitalized political voice, championing significant legislation and endorsing Barack Obama for president. This memoir stands as a definitive account of a remarkable life within America's m

Stoppt die Atomrüstung - bk705; Rowohlt Verlag; Edward M. Kennedy/Mark O. Hatfield; pocket_book; 1982