Bobby Kennedy: The Making of a Folk Hero

by Lester David, Irene David

From a "Bobby Kennedy The Making of a Folk Hero" is a very well-written biography on RFK. Endless speculation abounds over what might have happened during the 1960s-1970s had he been elected. We may never know, but the reader can know more about his life in this great biography. Among the points covered 1. Early life and relationship with father, mother, brothers, and other family members (he was obviously very loyal to them). 2. Search for meaning in life and aimlessness of his early years. 3. Experiences as Attorney General, Attorney, Presidential Candidate, and other roles. 4. Involvement in the Civil Rights Movement, especially when James Meredith was the first black student accepted at the University of Mississippi. 5. Campaigning for President.

Genres: Nonfiction, Biography

Mass Market Paperback

First published November 1, 1986

Reviews

[Louise]

"Bobby Kennedy: The Making of a Folk Hero" is perhaps one of the most obscure of the books about Bobby Kennedy. Now, I had heard that the authors of this book were a bit overwing in their examination of the Kennedys so I went in with a pinch of salt.

In my opinion, it does a decent look at the man - it is a bit aweing of him at times and it doesn't really do much to stand out from its competitors, but it does paint a personal image of the man.

[Michael]

Good book about Bobby