When Patrick's father went off to war in 1944, he told his 18-year-old son, you're the man of the house now. Patrick's stepmother has struggled to keep them afloat, and he does what he can to help. He knows she's tired, sad and very lonely, but when circumstance brings a young woman into their lives for a brief time, it alters everything between his stepmother and him forever. Will Patrick become the real man of the house before his father returns from the war?
Warning: This title contains taboo subject matter. Note: This story originally appeared in Back to the Garden.
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"Another insider's story of Washington DC. I appreciate his quote, "All politics is local." Certainly a good primer for any lobbyist or activist. Those not interested in politics may not like it." — Mark (5 out of 5 stars)
"Another insider's story of Washington DC. I appreciate his quote, "All politics is local." Certainly a good primer for any lobbyist or activist. Those not interested in politics may not like it."
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" Nancy Humphrey gave me this book as a graduation gift and it was a great read about a great man! "
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" Not very well-written and certainly VERY biased, but entertaining stories inside. "
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" Unbelievable stories of how Congress and Boston politics used to work. This is a 350-page string of marvelous anecdotes, somewhat haphazardly organized, but addictive. "
" One of the first "political" autobiographies I read....still a favorite :) "
" Interesting to look back and compare how Congress operated in the 50s thru the 80s. Tip's bio is an entertaining read. "
" Reminded me of the times I sat around with my grandpa and listen to him bulls@#t, some very funny stories about politics back in the day, what a great book. "
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