Kennedy Through the Lens
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2011 · Est. 2.5 hour read

Kennedy Through the Lens

By Martin W. Sandler

Part of the Through the Lens series

Explore JFK's use of media to shape his presidency and legacy.

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96 pages· 16,446 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Dive into the life of John F. Kennedy, a president who mastered television and photography to advance his vision. Discover intimate moments and pivotal events that defined him as a leader, brother, and father. How did these new media tools help him navigate the turbulent political landscape? Uncover the strategies behind his iconic image and the personal stories that reveal the man behind the public persona. This insightful exploration offers a fresh perspective on JFK's enduring impact, just in time for the 50th anniversary of his inauguration.

From the publisher

As the well-reviewed Through the Lens seriescontinues, Sandler aims the spotlight on John F. Kennedy, one of ourmost photogenic presidents, providing insight into how JFK used the newmedium of television and the advances in color photography to furtherhis ambitious agenda. Sandler’s extensive research at the KennedyLibrary sheds light on key events in Kennedy’s lifetime that combine toprovide an intimate portrait of the man as a brother, a father, anactivist, and a president. Out in time for the 50th anniversary ofKennedy’s inauguration, this will be an essential addition to anyKennedy collection.

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Format
Library Binding
Pages
96
Words
16,446
Reading age
10–99+
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1230L
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about historyBooks about US PresidentsBooks about 20th centuryBooks about photography and photographs
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
9.1
F&P level
~Z+
AR points
3
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
141587
Publication
Published
January 4, 2011
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780802721617

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