Profiles in Courage
by John F. Kennedy
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Author: John F. KennedyEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2003-03-18
ISBN: 0060530626
Number of pages: 272
Publisher: Harper
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- ILLUSTRATED MEMORIAL EDITION
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Book Review: A good, if somewhat idealistic view of US politics
Summary: 3 Stars
As I'm nearing the final chapter of this book, I must admit that I am both impressed and slightly disappointed in Jack Kennedy's masterpiece. I'm impressed at the detail and quiet conviction with which he tells the stories of men, historical peers of his, as they fought immense pressure from their party, their president or their constituents. I am impressed by the stories themselves (especially the stories of people who are not remembered today as usually when one is called upon to make a sacrifice in the political realm, one does not live to tell the courage that took). I am impressed at the calm and steadfast self-assuredness that seems to be so characteristic of Jack Kennedy in so many things that he did (and this book is no exception). I am, however disappointed in the lack of philosophical considerations that seem to have gone into this book. Kennedy tells the story of various politicians who supported various compromises (on slavery) to save the Union. Philosophically, the question never seems to have been asked "At one point does a nation become not worth preserving?" Moreover, the question arises, "Should an act to save a diseased state be considered honourable?". Or, in other words, would a nation built on the principles of slavery and committed to the inherent inequality of men (contrary to it's own convictions) still be worth fighting for, be it politically or militarily? It is possible that the answer is indeed 'yes', but so far, I feel that Kennedy has not established that necessary prerequisite for me to fully embrace this work.
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