Over the years there have been many books published about the Kennedy family; individually and collectively. But only this book provides a powerful and detailed look at the complex relationships shared between the three women who were not born Kennedy but who married into the family: Jackie Bouvier; Ethel Skakel; and Joan Bennett. For each of the Kennedy wives; the Camelot years provided an entirely different experience of life lessons. These were the years when Jackie's dreams became reality; but at a hefty price. For Ethel; these were years of frustration where her dreams of being First Lady were dashed and she sank into a deep depression. For Joan; her years as a Kennedy wife were the most confusing of her life; and she is now a recovering alcoholic. This fascinating story is set against a panorama of explosive American history; as the women cope with Jack's and Bobby's alleged affairs with Marilyn Monroe; their tragic assassinations; and other tragedies and scandals. Whether dealing with their husbands' blatant infidelities; stumping for their many political campaigns; touring the world to promote their family's legacy or raising their children; the Kennedy wives did it all with grace; style; and dignity. In the end; JACKIE; ETHEL; JOAN is a story of redemption and great courage.
#48909 in Books Bell Hooks 2008-10-22 2008-11-21Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.25 x .55 x 5.50l; .60 #File Name: 041596816X240 pagesBelonging A Culture of Place
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful. I bought this book with great enthusiasm. As a visual artist and woman of ...By Sharp ReaderI bought this book with great enthusiasm. As a visual artist and woman of color working on issues of belonging; I felt for sure this work would help me structure my ideas. I could not have been more wrong! To begin with; this book has so many grammar; punctuation and spelling errors that I remain astonished that it made it to press. Did anyone at all look at this book before it made it to print? My word. I have never seen anything like this under two covers before. There is NOT ONE page that does not have some kind of problem. That alone is a complete turn off. You cannot read the book but for the errors! In addition; if you have read any of hooks's other books; like I have done; there is literally nothing new here. A rehashing of the same ideas; which are important; but just feel really used up and tired in this book. Indeed; the best part of this book is the cover image "This is Appalachia" by Priya Thoresen.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. To begin a journeyBy Stephanie G. LewisThe book spoke to my soul. Provised a list of authors and writings known and unknown.Thank you Tyler Elliot.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Judith WilsonVery insightful!
