Mr President [Hardcover] Harry S. Truman

Description

1952 edition. Hardcover has some shelf wear. No dust jacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This first-hand account by Harry S. Truman offers a rare glimpse into the life and presidency of one of America’s most consequential leaders. Published just two years after leaving office, “Mr President” provides Truman’s candid reflections on his tumultuous tenure, which spanned the final days of World War II, the dawn of the Cold War, and the Korean War. Collectors will appreciate this 1952 edition, which captures Truman’s unvarnished voice shortly after his momentous decisions shaped the post-war world order. Beyond its historical significance, the book offers a study in leadership, revealing Truman’s plainspoken wisdom and unwavering integrity in the face of daunting challenges. Readers will be captivated by his behind-the-scenes accounts of pivotal events, from the decision to drop the atomic bomb to the integration of the armed forces. Though lacking a dust jacket, this well-preserved copy invites readers to experience a true American original’s perspective on a pivotal era.