Counselor: A Life at the Edge of History by Ted Sorensen
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Book Reviews of Counselor: A Life at the Edge of History
Book Review: Counselor: A Life at the Edge of History
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a very readable and enoyable book by a man who was involved at the core of JFK's decision-making process. Starting with a history of his family's background and proceeding through his life with Kennedy from his election as Senator till his death and beyond Kennedy, Sorensen weaves a story of being involved at many levels of recent American history. It is a treasure trove for students of recent American history as well as a great source of information for the everyday American.Book Review: VALUABLE
Summary: 5 Stars
Sorensen has made a valuable contribution to understanding JFK's presidency. His prose of course are outstanding, a rare experience in this type of literature.
His ability to explain complicated issues in terse but eloquent terms adds reams to understanding the president's positions on so many things: Cuba, Berlin, Civil Rights and Vietnam to name a few of many.
I hope he continues with more efforts on this subject.
Robert Dorff
Palm Springs, CA.
Book Review: History at its finest.
Summary: 5 Stars
This important book written so beautifully by Ted Sorensen should serve as a "how-to" lesson for anyone who cares about public service. The lesson seems simple.If you do not have a passion for the wellbeing of our citizens pick another profession. I was deeply moved in receiving such a first hand acoount into the great matters of our time. This should be required reading for anyone who has a concern for our institutions.Book Review: Great story about an extraordinary man
Summary: 5 Stars
What a marvelous, insightful and well written look at the life of a extraordinary man who served an extraordinary president. What a disappointment that our leaders today rarely possess the high qualities of Sorensen and his boss -- inspiring vision, integrity, strong intellect, a passion to serve and a bias towards peace.Book Review: Counselor is a winner
Summary: 5 Stars
Ted Sorensen has once again written a memoir filled with insight. His has been a remarkable life, and he has been able to bring so many historical figures to life - the Kennedy brothers, LBJ, etc.
This is a do not miss read for those who remember the magic of the Kennedy years and what could have been.