A Life Worth Reading: John Fitzgerald Kennedy

by Higher Read

John Fitzgerald Kennedy is an American legend. In his short term in office he accomplished more than many politicians do in a long lifetime of public service. JFK’s story is also an American tragedy. His untimely death and the image of his grieving widow, indeed his grieving country, touches even the hearts of Americans who were not yet born when he was assassinated.

For these reasons and more we continue to learn about and study this celebrated American president. And the best way to learn is with Higher Read’s Guide to John Fitzgerald Kennedy. This factual, concise, and easy-to-read book highlights important milestones in JFK’s life. From his influential parentage and early life to his early political career to his presidency and lasting influence on his country, this guide will give you all you need to know to be well informed on our 35th president.

The Guide to John Fitzgerald Kennedy skips the speculation, conspiracy, and poorly-documented scandals that often pervade biographies of Jack Kennedy and focuses on the kind of facts you want to know. Devoid also of the stodgy tones of other accounts, this book is a breeze to read.

So sit down, read more, and know more about the man who saved a fellow soldier’s life, started the Peace Corps, and broke down religious and racial barriers for himself and others. After reading Higher Read’s Guide to John Fitzgerald Kennedy you will certainly agree that this is a man worth knowing about.

Genres: History, Biography, Nonfiction

110 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 11, 2013

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Reviews

[Barbara Mahoney · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was struggling with how to rate this book. It's not an in-depth review of the life of JFK or the best written book I ever read. It's like a summary of major events in the life of JFK with very simple explanations of major events - ex. Bay of Pigs, Cuban Missile Crisis.

I'm rating it a "4" since for this non-history person, it was the first time I understood what the Bay of Pigs, Cuban Missile Crisis, etc. were all about. The author explained the key facts in a simple really easy to understand format. At the end of each chapter there was a short quiz which I enjoyed - it helped me make sure I understood what I was reading. It was like I had an excellent teacher or tutor helping me prepare for an exam and they boiled everything down to just the most important things I needed to know. I really don't want to read a 500 page history book about this time period. I was surprised how much I enjoyed and understood this summary of the time period.

I recommend this book for students, young adults, and non-history buffs of all ages. It is not a book I would recommend for hard core history lovers - they would probably want a more in-depth study of the topic. I had two questions in my mind after reading it - (1) who wrote the book and what were his credentials? (2) were there were other points of view on some of the events presented? The author is listed as "higher read." A look at their website revealed that "doctors, lawyers, writers, and college professors contribute to the curriculum". I always like to know the background of the person writing the book I'm reading since it can influence the opinions offered. It did read like something a really good teacher would have prepared. As a reader, I think you have to take this book as a "summary" and read other more in-depth books to gain other perspectives and a fuller understanding of the time period.

I would definitely read another one of the Higher Read books. It's a quick read and I learned a lot reading this one! PS It also was free - via kindle unlimited - which is a plus!

[Hyacinth · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short, concise, easy to read chronicle of the life of JFK. I wish all history books were this short and engaging. It wasn't overbearing and tedious with information but a well written overview of his life and the contributions he made. It held my attention throughout the book and it did not jump around which was good.

[Valerie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short yet informative story of a great man who made a difference.
Little did the world know that 50 years ago it was his last night on earth.
RIP, JFK.

[Evelyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this book to be a helpful overview of Kennedy's background, life, accomplishments set within the time period that he lived. A good way to put the facts into perspective.