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基本説明
In this clever, tongue in cheek portrait of the American presidency, Jim Cullen takes ten presidents down from their pedestals and turns history on its head.
Full Description
This work features moments of public embarrassment, unfortunate decisions, secret business meetings - awkward blunders that are best swept under the carpet of history. But when these things happen to the president of the United States, they can change the course of history. In this clever, tongue in cheek portrait of the American presidency, Jim Cullen takes ten presidents down from their pedestals and turns history on its head. Targeting Republicans and Democrats alike, Cullen's insights are surprisingly timely and hugely entertaining.
Contents
IntroductionGlasses - Former President Adams Can't Stop Gagging - Former Congressman Lincoln Stubs His Toe - "Gentleman Boss" Arthur Bites the Hand that Feeds Him - Young Dude Roosevelt Makes a Grand Entrance - Less-Than-Frank Roosevelt Takes a Stand--on Crutches - "Landslide Lyndon" Destroys His Party - Jerry Ford Pardons a Crook - "Slick Willie" Gives Newt the Slip - President Bush Fumbles and Invasion - Conclusion: The President We Need
