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Nixonland: The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America

Rick Perlstein
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Nixonland: The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2008

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Rick Perlstein

Nixonland: The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

881

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1960s-1970s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Nixonland: The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America by Rick Perlstein examines the political and cultural landscape of the United States from 1965 to 1972. Through insights into the era's tumultuous events, the book explores how Richard Nixon's rise to the presidency contributed to the polarization and division within American society.

Informative

Mysterious

Contemplative

Challenging

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.4

11,282 ratings

83%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rick Perlstein's Nixonland: The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America is widely praised for its extensive research and compelling narrative, vividly capturing the political and cultural turmoil of the Nixon era. Critics highlight its depth but note its dense detail may overwhelm some readers. Its insight into America’s political divide remains relevant and thought-provoking.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Nixonland: The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America?

A reader interested in Nixonland likely enjoys American political history and complex narratives of social change. They may also appreciate works like The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt and The Invisible Bridge, as all offer deep dives into transformative political eras.

4.4

11,282 ratings

83%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

881

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1960s-1970s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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