Means of Ascent
This volume plunges into Lyndon Johnson's relentless pursuit of power, charting his comeback after a crushing defeat and his shrewd maneuvering during World War II. Caro meticulously uncovers the fabricated legends surrounding Johnson's rise, exposing the ruthless ambition behind his carefully constructed persona. The narrative culminates in a masterful investigation of the infamous 1948 Texas Senate race, revealing how Johnson, against all odds, secured a victory by a razor-thin margin, forever altering the course of American politics.
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