Truman
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David McCullough
David McCullough
1992 • 58 pages

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In this riveting biography, David McCullough captures Harry S. Truman and the turbulent, historically significant times during which he served.

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Well-written and -researched and an interesting, illuminating read. I would have given this five stars if it wasn't so damned long.

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