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Author: A.J. Baime
Pages: 448
Published: October 3, 2017
A.J. Baime’s The Accidental President offers a riveting portrait of Harry S. Truman during the critical first four months of his presidency—a time that saw the end of World War II, the decision to use atomic weapons, and the start of the Cold War. Thrust into leadership after FDR’s sudden death, Truman faced history’s most momentous challenges with integrity, courage, and determination.
This 448-page historical biography explores Truman’s transformation from underestimated vice president to a decisive world leader. A powerful and inspiring read for anyone interested in U.S. history, leadership under pressure, and WWII political decisions.
