Profiles in Courage : Decisive Moments in the Lives of Celebrated Americans: Senator John F. Kennedy [hb in Dj, First thus] by Kennedy, John F. And Forward By Allan Nevins

Harper and Brothers 1956 Hardback : hard cover edition, with very nicely reprinted dust cover that is mylar protected. In very good clean condition, a typical used book with some slight wear to edges and spine from being moved around the shop. Pages are Aged, Yet Clean. Paper covering the book boards has some very slight fade at edges. Firmly readable and collectible. Makes a very nice presentation copy or for a gift. As to be expected with any used books, there may be some minor bumping, creases, and/or scuffs. Overall a great copy. About the author: John Fitzgerald Kennedy (May 29, 1917 – November 22, 1963), often referred to by his initials JFK, was an American politician who served as the 35th president of the United States from 1961 until his assassination near the end of his third year in office. Kennedy served at the height of the Cold War, and the majority of his work as president concerned relations with the Soviet Union and Cuba. A Democrat, Kennedy represented Massachusetts in both houses of the U.S. Congress prior to his presidency. ~ Born into the prominent Kennedy family in Brookline, Massachusetts, Kennedy graduated from Harvard University in 1940 before joining the U.S. Naval Reserve the following year. During World War II, he commanded a series of PT boats in the Pacific theater. Kennedy's survival of the sinking of PT-109 and rescue of his fellow sailors made him a war hero for which he earned the Navy and Marine Corps Medal, but left him with serious injuries. After a brief stint in journalism, Kennedy represented a working-class Boston district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1947 to 1953. He was subsequently elected to the U.S. Senate and served as the junior senator for Massachusetts from 1953 to 1960. While in the Senate, Kennedy published his book, Profiles in Courage, which won a Pulitzer Prize. In the 1960 presidential election, he narrowly defeated Republican opponent Richard Nixon, who was the incumbent vice president. Kennedy's humor, charm, and youth in addition to his father's money and contacts were great assets in the campaign. Kennedy's campaign gained momentum after the first televised presidential debates in American history. Kennedy was the first Catholic elected president. (wikipedia) ~ We appreciate your consideration of one of our books, art prints or novelty items. We strive to offer fast, courteous and professional service to all our patrons. Reading is one of life's great pleasures. Please inquire for further details, our items arrive shrink wrapped and well packed. ~ Thank you for viewing stopping by.. First Thus. Hard Back / Cloth Binding. Very Good/Dj is Mylar Protected. Illus. by Photo Center Feature. Presidential History / Political Biography. Biography History Culture.