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Product Identifiers
PublisherKnopf Doubleday Publishing Group
ISBN-100767929713
ISBN-139780767929714
eBay Product ID (ePID)111823661
Product Key Features
Book TitleDestiny of the Republic : a Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President
Number of Pages432 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2012
TopicMurder / General, United States / 19th Century, Social History, Instruments & Supplies, General, Presidents & Heads of State, United States / General, Sociology / Social Theory, Science & Technology
IllustratorYes
GenrePolitical Science, True Crime, Social Science, Biography & Autobiography, Medical, History
AuthorCandice Millard
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight14 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal973.8/4092
SynopsisA Booklist Notable Book of 2012 The extraordinary New York Times bestselling account of James Garfield's rise from poverty to the American presidency, and the dramatic history of his assassination and legacy, from bestselling author of The River of Doubt , Candice Millard. James Abram Garfield was one of the most extraordinary men ever elected president. Born into abject poverty, he rose to become a wunderkind scholar, a Civil War hero, a renowned congressman, and a reluctant presidential candidate who took on the nation's corrupt political establishment. But four months after Garfield's inauguration in 1881, he was shot in the back by a deranged office-seeker named Charles Guiteau. Garfield survived the attack, but become the object of bitter, behind-the-scenes struggles for power--over his administration, over the nation's future, and, hauntingly, over his medical care. Meticulously researched, epic in scope, and pulsating with an intimate human focus and high-velocity narrative drive, The Destiny of the Republic brings alive a forgotten chapter of U.S. history., NATIONAL BESTSELLER * The extraordinary account of James Garfield's rise from poverty to the American presidency, and the dramatic history of his assassination and legacy, from the bestselling author of The River of Doubt. "Crisp, concise and revealing history.... A fresh narrative that plumbs some of the most dramatic days in U.S. presidential history." -- The Washington Post James Abram Garfield was one of the most extraordinary men ever elected president. Born into abject poverty, he rose to become a wunderkind scholar, a Civil War hero, a renowned congressman, and a reluctant presidential candidate who took on the nation's corrupt political establishment. But four months after Garfield's inauguration in 1881, he was shot in the back by a deranged office-seeker named Charles Guiteau. Garfield survived the attack, but become the object of bitter, behind-the-scenes struggles for power--over his administration, over the nation's future, and, hauntingly, over his medical care. Meticulously researched, epic in scope, and pulsating with an intimate human focus and high-velocity narrative drive, The Destiny of the Republic brings alive a forgotten chapter of U.S. history. Look for Candice Millard's latest book, River of the Gods., NATIONAL BESTSELLER - The extraordinary account of James Garfield's rise from poverty to the American presidency, and the dramatic history of his assassination and legacy, from the bestselling author of The River of Doubt. James Abram Garfield was one of the most extraordinary men ever elected president. Born into abject poverty, he rose to become a wunderkind scholar, a Civil War hero, a renowned congressman, and a reluctant presidential candidate who took on the nation's corrupt political establishment. But four months after Garfield's inauguration in 1881, he was shot in the back by a deranged office-seeker named Charles Guiteau. Garfield survived the attack, but become the object of bitter, behind-the-scenes struggles for power--over his administration, over the nation's future, and, hauntingly, over his medical care. Meticulously researched, epic in scope, and pulsating with an intimate human focus and high-velocity narrative drive, The Destiny of the Republic brings alive a forgotten chapter of U.S. history.
LC Classification NumberE687.9.M55 2012
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- 10. Jun. 2022
Read this book
I knew nothing about Garfield, but like on her previous book, the author makes for compelling and informative reading that does not read like a dry textbook. Even though I am not usually a history buff, it was well worth my time to read this fascinating book.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 14. Apr. 2021
AWESOME Book
One of the best books I have read - - great info, insights, tons of things I never knew about President Garfield and his times. HIGHLY recommendedBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 02. Dez. 2019
Fascinating history of politics, medical science, and greatness
This is an interesting and fascinating book that looks into the courage and strength of a President whose life was much too short. It also chronicles the intriguing medical history and emerging inventions of the era to try to save the President and many other lives. Great book.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 04. Feb. 2022
Fascinating Book!
Candice Millard gives a fascinating, extensively researched account of this often overlooked era in presidential history. She brings to life not only president Garfield, but also the madness of his assassin who brought him down and the failure of the medical care he received to preserve his life. Also intertwined in the story is the account of Alexander Graham Bell, his recent invention of the telephone, and his efforts to aid in the treatment of Garfield. Definitely recommend reading.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 06. Mai. 2024
An excellent read confirming that the political intrigue we are currently experiencing has happened before.
An excellent read by a superb author.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 29. Apr. 2023
Extremely well researched study of the life and times of President Garfield.
Extremely well researched study of the life and times of President Garfield. This book is carefully enclosed in the historical events which occurred at the end of the 19th centuryBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 24. Mär. 2020
Fascinating
I don't read much non fiction but this is one of my favorities. Recommended it for my book club (which is now not meeting because of the coronoavirus) so I had to buy it again and re-read.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 29. Aug. 2017
Destiny of the Republic
The people surrounding President Garfield sound very much like today. The book is well written, interesting and informative.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 23. Jul. 2019
Great read
This is my second copy, since I donated my hardbound. I have e read it many times. Well written. Makes history a story.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 27. Apr. 2024
Story about a forgotten president.
This book does a very good job at exploring a bit of largely forgotten US history.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
