Description
Robert A. Caro's monumental work, *The Passage of Power*, delves into the tumultuous years of Lyndon B. Johnson's life from 1958 to 1964, a period marked by both profound frustration and extraordinary triumph. This volume chronicles Johnson's ambitious journey from the heights of Senate Majority Leader to the unexpected powerlessness of the Vice Presidency, exploring his complex relationship with an administration that often distrusted him. Caro masterfully reveals how Johnson navigated unprecedented obstacles, ultimately fulfilling the highest purpose of the presidency and initiating programs that aimed to transform the nation. The book is a profound examination of the pragmatic potential within the presidency and what can be achieved when a leader possesses the vision and determination to enact sweeping change.
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paperback
Penguin Random House
Published Jan 1, 1999
ISBN: 9780370315898
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First Published
2012
Language
eng
Content Warnings
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