Taking Charge: The Johnson White House Tapes, 1963-1964

New York, NY: Touchstone Book/Simon & Schuster, 1997. 1st Pbk Ed 1st Pr. Ink notes on outside and inside front cover. Paperback. 8vo. 112 Pgs.. VG. Taking Charge: The Johnson White House Tapes, 1963-1964 by Michael R Beschloss. Published by Touchstone Book/Simon & Schuster, New York, NY, 1997. 1st Paperback Edition 1st Printing. Paperback. No DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: VG. Ink notes on outside and inside front cover. 591 Pgs. ISBN 0684847922. LCCN 97-026749. A transcript of the tape recordings made by Lyndon Johnson of his conversations in the Oval Office during his presidency. The tapes offer us the only chance we are ever likely to have to eavesdrop on an American President from his first moments in office until the end. This universally acclaimed volume captures LBJs private passions and bedrock beliefs as he takes command after John Kennedy's assassination; makes his first fateful decisions on civil rights, poverty, and Vietnam; and runs against Barry Goldwater for President. Mich'l Beschloss's observations and annotations enhance our understanding of Johnson, his era, and his lasting impact on American politics and culture. Description text copyright 2007 BooksForComfort. Item ID 14603.