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In GRACE & POWER: THE PRIVATE WORLD OF THE KENNEDY WHITE HOUSE, New York Times bestselling author Sally Bedell Smith takes us inside the Kennedy White House with unparalleled access and insight. Having interviewed scores of Kennedy intimates, including many who have never spoken before, and drawing on letters and personal papers made available for the first time, Smith paints a richly detailed picture of the personal relationships behind the high purpose and poiltical drama of the twentieth century's most storied presidency. At the dawn of the 1960s, a forty-three-year-old president and his thirty-one-year-old first lady – the youngest couple ever to occupy the White House – captivated the world with their easy elegance and their cool conviction that anything was possible. Jack and Jackie Kennedy gathered around them an intensely loyal and brillant coterie of intellectuals, journalists, diplomats, international jet-setters and artists. Perhaps as never before, Washington was sharply divided between the “ins” and the “outs.” In his public life, JFK created a New Frontier, stared down the Soviets, and devoted himself to his wife and children. As first lady, Jackie mesmerized foreign leaders and the American people with her style and sophistication, creating a White House renowned for its beauty and culture. Smith brilliantly recreates the glamorous pageant of the Kennedy years, as well as the daily texture of the Kennedys’ marriage, friendships, political associations, and, in Jack’s case, multiple love affairs. Smith’s striking revelations include new information about what drew Jack to his numerous mistresses – and what effects the relationships ultimately had on the women; about the rivalries and resentments among Kennedy’s advisers; and about the poignant days before and after Kennedy’s assassination. Smith has fashioned a vivid and nuanced portrait not only of two extraordinary individuals but of a new age that sprang to life around them. Shimmering with intelligence and detail, GRACE AND POWER is history at its finest.
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"I've always been quite fascinated with the kennedys. This was an interesting look at the kennedy white house. I first read an excerpt in vogue. Later read the biography. Even though I knew he was going to get killed in the end - I still cried. What a novelty to have a thinking president. "
— Biscuits (4 out of 5 stars)
Grace and Power Listener Reviews
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joan paul, 12/30/2021
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" Easy to read with great photos. "
— Wproudfo, 2/12/2014 -
" Great book about the Kennedy's - lots of focus on their marriage. "
— Sarah, 1/31/2014 -
" i am reading this book after visiting the 6th Floor musuem in Dallas. i wanted to learn more about the Kennedy's. So far very good! "
— Abbey, 1/16/2014 -
" This book was interesting at times, but not really well written. It seemed a little bit like I was reading a gossip magazine rather than history. The emphasis in this book is on the relationship between JFK and Jackie, which I enjoyed to a certain extent; however, I would have enjoyed more details on some of the historic events that took place during JFK's presidency such as the Bay of Pigs, the Cuban Missile Crisis,etc. These things are mentioned and some information is given concerning them, but not enough to give me a solid understanding the these events. "
— Tracy, 1/15/2014 -
" Interesting view of the Kennedy years. "
— Robin, 1/5/2014 -
" A good read...leaves me with lots of questions, which is something that I like! "
— Tori, 1/1/2014 -
" A wonderful book about JFK, his presidency and his life during the almost three years he was President. An honest look at both the good and the bad traits of JFK and Jackie Kennedy. "
— Sbennett, 12/29/2013 -
" This didn't grab my attention quite like Mrs. Kennedy and Me, but I am really intrigued with Jackie, who suffered so much loss in her life and carried herself with such poise and grace. "
— Sarah, 11/27/2013 -
" Very interesting and in depth. Lots of back story and unknown details. I enjoyed it!! "
— Lisa, 11/1/2013 -
" The book is very insightful to what happened during the Kennedy White House years. Especially the day to day activities. At times it was very sad. "
— Marguerite, 9/26/2013 -
" Many things I did not know about the Kennedeys' - lots of who is who - which gets a bit annoying "
— Doris, 8/21/2013 -
" Didn't really like this one. Was a look the social side of Camelot but there was too much focus on decorating the White House and the affairs of JFK and his staff for my taste. If you are into that then this would be a good book for you. "
— Jeff, 4/5/2013 -
" I've always been quite fascinated with the kennedys. This was an interesting look at the kennedy white house. I first read an excerpt in vogue. Later read the biography. Even though I knew he was going to get killed in the end - I still cried. What a novelty to have a thinking president. "
— Biscuits, 1/1/2013 -
" This book gave me a new admiration particularly for Jacqueline Kennedy and what she accomplished in restoring some of the grandeur and history to the White House rooms - and at such a young age. "
— Linda, 4/28/2012 -
" Very good insight into life in the whitehouse and the spirit of the country at that time "
— Kelly, 10/10/2011 -
" I am not a Kennedy sycophant. It was interesting. Character matters to me. American royalty to be sure and they lived like it. "
— Anna, 9/2/2011 -
" It was quite interesting to read about the private secrets of them. It made Clinton look like an angel "
— Bob, 5/27/2011 -
" Didn't really like this one. Was a look the social side of Camelot but there was too much focus on decorating the White House and the affairs of JFK and his staff for my taste. If you are into that then this would be a good book for you. "
— Jeff, 4/25/2011 -
" Can I do 3.7 stars? <br/>Helpful history that goes down "easy" with a bit too much saucy gossip. "
— Kimberly, 3/11/2011 -
" Many things I did not know about the Kennedeys' - lots of who is who - which gets a bit annoying "
— Doris, 1/4/2011 -
" This book gave me a new admiration particularly for Jacqueline Kennedy and what she accomplished in restoring some of the grandeur and history to the White House rooms - and at such a young age. "
— Linda, 6/30/2010 -
" Very interesting and in depth. Lots of back story and unknown details. I enjoyed it!! "
— Lisa, 4/8/2010 -
" I am not a Kennedy sycophant. It was interesting. Character matters to me. American royalty to be sure and they lived like it. "
— Anna, 2/26/2008 -
" Very good insight into life in the whitehouse and the spirit of the country at that time "
— Kelly, 2/7/2008 -
" Great book about the Kennedy's - lots of focus on their marriage. "
— Sarah, 10/2/2007
About Sally Bedell Smith
Sally Bedell Smith is the New York Times bestselling author of several books about the British royals, as well as biographies of William S. Paley; Pamela Harriman; John and Jacqueline Kennedy; and Bill and Hillary Clinton. An on-air contributor for CNN since 2017, she was a contributing editor at Vanity Fair from 1996 to 2018.
About Lee Adams
Lee Adams has been a voice artist for many years. Her work for the Educational Television Network can be heard on an array of videos, television series, station identifications, and commercials. She is also an accomplished singer/songwriter and lends her talents to various animation projects whenever possible. Lee has narrated both fiction and nonfiction audiobooks.