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The Fitzgeralds and the Kennedys by Doris Kearns Goodwin — WisdomDeck honest review

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The Fitzgeralds and the Kennedys

by Doris Kearns Goodwin

Three generations of two Boston families, from Honey Fitz to JFK's inauguration. Family ambition as American saga.

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Three things you will actually use

Families build dynasties deliberately.
Ambition is inherited.
Cost is paid by children.

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Two families.

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