Picture 1 of 1

Stock photo

Ronald Reagan by Michael Schaller (2010, Hardcover)

ICTBooks (16370)

99.8% positive Feedback

Price:

US $7.20

Approximately£5.36

+ $13.51 postage

Estimated delivery Mon, 28 Jul - Fri, 8 Aug

Returns:

30 days return. Buyer pays for return postage. If you use an eBay delivery label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.

Condition:

New

You are purchasing a New copy of 'Ronald Reagan'.

About this product

Product Identifiers

PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated

ISBN-100199751749

ISBN-139780199751747

eBay Product ID (ePID)92297909

Product Key Features

Book TitleRonald Reagan

Number of Pages128 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicPresidents & Heads of State, Political

Publication Year2010

GenreBiography & Autobiography

AuthorMichael Schaller

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.7 in

Item Weight28.2 Oz

Item Length8.1 in

Item Width5.4 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2010-015726

Reviews"Michael Schaller's Ronald Reagan tells the remarkable story of one of America's most influential presidents intelligently and effectively. Like Reagan himself, the book is eloquent, focused, and to the point, making it a fine addition to this series." -- Gil Troy, author ofMorning in America: HowRonald Reagan Invented the 1980sandThe Reagan Revolution: A Very Introduction, "Michael Schaller's Ronald Reagan tells the remarkable story of one of America's most influential presidents intelligently and effectively. Like Reagan himself, the book is eloquent, focused, and to the point, making it a fine addition to this series." -- Gil Troy, author of Morning in America: How Ronald Reagan Invented the 1980s and The Reagan Revolution: A Very Introduction"Michael Schaller has crafted a lucid, lively, and perceptive treatment of the political career of Ronald Reagan. Friends and critics of Reagan alike will find Schaller a fair-minded guide to the controversies and accomplishments of one of the most important presidents of modern times."--Lewis L. Gould, author of The William Howard Taft Presidency"Michael Schaller has written a lucid, concise analysis of the most important Republican president of the 20th century, a president who reshaped American politics and reconfigured discourse about the role of government in American life." - Melvyn Leffler, author of For the Soul of Mankind: The United States, the Soviet Union, and the Cold War, "Michael Schaller's Ronald Reagan tells the remarkable story of one of America's most influential presidents intelligently and effectively. Like Reagan himself, the book is eloquent, focused, and to the point, making it a fine addition to this series." -- Gil Troy, author of Morning in America: How Ronald Reagan Invented the 1980s and The Reagan Revolution: A Very Introduction

Dewey Edition22

Number of Volumes1 vol.

Dewey Decimal973.927092 B

SynopsisIn this short biography, Michael Schaller, acclaimed historian of the American political right, offers readers a poignant account of Ronald Reagan's life and achievements, from his small-town upbringing in rural Illinois to his cinematic success in Hollywood, entry into politics as governor of California, and meteoric rise to the White House, where he served for eight years. The polarizing Great Communicator oversaw many developments that changed the face of American politics and life-the Iran-Contra Affair, the establishment of "Reaganomics," the largest military buildup in peacetime US history--and as such remains a figure about whom much is written and much has yet to be discovered. Schaller revisits each of these episodes during and leading up to the Reagan presidency, taking into account the latest scholarship and research. In doing so, he makes clear their significance at the time and in later years. While most presidential biographies approach 1,000 pages, this succinct narrative comes in at just over 100 pages, continuing the tradition of excellence in brevity established by James McPherson's New York Times bestseller Abraham Lincoln and Alan Brinkley's recent short biography of Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Schaller's biography of Ronald Reagan will be available in time to commemorate the centennial of Reagan's birth, an opportune time to reflect on the accomplishments of America's fortieth president., In this short biography, Michael Schaller, acclaimed historian of the American political right, offers readers a poignant account of Ronald Reagan's life and achievements, from his small-town upbringing in rural Illinois to his cinematic success in Hollywood, entry into politics as governor of California, and meteoric rise to the White House, where he served for eight years. The polarizing Great Communicator oversaw many developments that changed the face ofAmerican politics and life-the Iran-Contra Affair, the establishment of "Reaganomics," the largest military buildup in peacetime US history--and as such remains a figure about whom much is written and muchhas yet to be discovered. Schaller revisits each of these episodes during and leading up to the Reagan presidency, taking into account the latest scholarship and research. In doing so, he makes clear their significance at the time and in later years.While most presidential biographies approach 1,000 pages, this succinct narrative comes in at just over 100 pages, continuing the tradition of excellence in brevity established by James McPherson's New York Times bestsellerAbraham Lincoln and Alan Brinkley's recent short biography of Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Schaller's biography of Ronald Reagan will be available in time to commemorate the centennial of Reagan's birth, anopportune time to reflect on the accomplishments of America's fortieth president., In this era of polarized politics, the image of President Ronald Reagan stands as a litmus test for party loyalty. To the conservative right, Reagan is the Great Communicator, a venerated icon of independent American spirit who restored national pride and power. To those on the left, he is an amiable dunce who distracted voters with anecdotes while dismantling the government to serve corporate interests. But as Michael Schaller reveals in his eye-opening biography, both extremes fall short of capturing the true essence of this captivating and contradictory man. This succinct, eloquent narrative reveals the dramatic force of the man behind the image. Schaller provides a poignant account of Reagan's struggles and achievements, from his small-town upbringing in rural Illinois, the son of an itinerant alcoholic, to his cinematic success in Hollywood, entry into California politics, and meteoric rise to the White House. Following the path of his life, Schaller illuminates Reagan's appeal to Americans of all regions and backgrounds, highlights his momentous impact on American politics, and describes his determination, once in power, to live up to his firm, long-established beliefs and ideals. A fast-paced, compact narrative filled with fascinating and often surprising details, Ronald Reagan sheds light on Reagan's real accomplishments at home and abroad and what they mean for America today., This short biography of Ronald Reagan is the perfect introduction to or refresher on the life and career of America's 40th president. Michael Schaller's moving narrative depicts Reagan's rise from a childhood on the run from bill collectors to two terms in the White House. Released in commemoration of the centennial of Reagan's birth in February 2011, this biography offers readers a swift and vivid account of Reagan's successes, failures, and enduring legacy.

LC Classification NumberE877.S2558 2011