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Exploring the pivotal 1948 presidential campaign, the book offers a fresh perspective on a significant moment in American politics, challenging the folklore surrounding it, including the famous misprint "Dewey Defeats Truman." It highlights how voters were able to clearly understand the candidates' positions, marking a unique period in electoral history. Through detailed analysis, the author uncovers the themes and dynamics that shaped this election, providing insights into the political landscape of the time.
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The Last Campaign, Zachary Karabell
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- Released
- 2001
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- Title
- The Last Campaign
- Subtitle
- How Harry Truman Won the 1948 Election
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Zachary Karabell
- Publisher
- Random House Children's Books
- Released
- 2001
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9780375700774
- Description
- Exploring the pivotal 1948 presidential campaign, the book offers a fresh perspective on a significant moment in American politics, challenging the folklore surrounding it, including the famous misprint "Dewey Defeats Truman." It highlights how voters were able to clearly understand the candidates' positions, marking a unique period in electoral history. Through detailed analysis, the author uncovers the themes and dynamics that shaped this election, providing insights into the political landscape of the time.