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Colbert, Nancy A.
2 Reviews
(4)
YA
Notable Americans series.
This accessible and vigorous if only serviceably written biography tracks its subject from his humble days in a financially unstable Texas family of politicians through his ascension, following JFK's assassination, as the thirty-sixth president of the United States. Colbert covers Johnson's civil rights advocacy, "War on Poverty," and complex role in the Vietnam War. Drab black-and-white photos accompany the text. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Nell Beram
(4)
YA
Colbert vividly relates the momentous events that followed Lincoln's electoral victory in 1860, which led to the secession of the southern states, creation of the Confederacy, and the start of the Civil War. Although marred by some fictional dialogue, this account creates accurate, sharply etched characterizations of the major players in this real-life drama. Archival photos and drawings are included. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Jack Forman
2 reviews
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