Nixonland by Rick Perlstein
The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America
"Nixonland" is a detailed historical account of the political and social climate in America from the mid-1960s to mid-1970s, focusing on the rise and fall of President Richard Nixon. The book explores the divisive issues of the time, including the Vietnam War, civil rights, and the Watergate scandal, and how Nixon's manipulation of public fears and prejudices led to a new era of American conservatism. It also delves into the impact of these events on American politics and society, creating a landscape that still resonates today.
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- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 896
- Original Language
- English
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