Strictly Personal and Confidential the Let

by Monte M. Poen

Harry S. Truman made plain speaking his trademark, and it was a common belief that "Give 'em hell" Harry spared few with his words. However, this fascinating collection of 140 amusing, angry, sarcastic, and controversial letters President Truman wrote but never mailed proves that conception wrong. Addressed to admirers and enemies alike, including Adlai Stevenson, Justice William Douglas, Dwight Eisenhower, William Manchester, and Truman's wife, Bess, these intriguing letters cover such diverse subjects as the atomic bomb, running the country, and human greed.

Genres: History, Presidents, Politics, Nonfiction, Biography

Paperback

First published April 1, 1982

Reviews

[Doug]

A fascinating collection of letters Harry wrote but probably didn't intend for us to see. These letters often capture his first response to tense or irritating situations. A great peek into what he was thinking rather than what he (or his aides) finally said in public.

[John Poen]

I am somewhat biased about this great book because it was written by my father. That aside, this is an interesting glimpse into one of our great American president's mind, through some personal letters that he wrote. Funny, sad and serious at times.