JFK

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By 1963, John F. Kennedy led the most powerful nation in history, navigating perilous Cold War diplomatic standoffs. Born in 1917 to an ambitious Irish American family in Boston, he was destined for government. His rapid rise to become the youngest president solidified his status as a mythologized figure in American politics. However, since his assassination, portrayals of his charisma, personal affairs, and political legacy have only deepened the mystery surrounding him, compounded by the lack of a comprehensive biography. Addressing this gap, Fredrik Logevall dedicated seven years to uncovering the "real" JFK, resulting in a sweeping two-volume biography that contextualizes him within the American Century. Volume One covers the first thirty-nine years of his life, detailing the transformation of his family from working-class immigrants to Boston's political elite. It chronicles his journey from a sickly second son to a Harvard undergraduate, a World War II hero, and ultimately, a presidential candidate. Logevall's work provides the clearest portrait yet of an iconic but elusive American president, illuminating both his extraordinary life and the era he shaped.