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Kissinger
A Biography
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"The definitive biography of Secretary of State Henry Kissinger and how his ideas still resonate in the world today"--
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Kissinger by Walter Isaacson is a meticulous exploration of one of the most enigmatic and influential figures in American diplomacy, Henry Kissinger. This authoritative biography unfolds the extraordinary journey of Kissinger, from his humble beginnings in Nazi Germany to his ascendancy as a pivotal player on the world stage. As Secretary of State under Presidents Nixon and Ford, Kissinger's tenure was marked by profound geopolitical shifts, and his strategic acumen remains a subject of extensive study and debate.
Isaacson delves into the paradoxical nature of Kissinger's public persona: adored by many as a visionary statesman but equally derided by others as a controversial figure. Through incisive analysis, the book examines how Kissinger's complex personality intricately shaped the foreign policies he implemented, offering readers a balanced view that appreciates both his masterstrokes and missteps.
This comprehensive biography is enriched with insights drawn from Isaacson's exclusive interviews with Kissinger himself, along with 150 other sources that include past U.S. presidents, key political figures, and Kissinger's business associates. Furthermore, the author utilises a wealth of material from Kissinger's private archives and previously classified memos, offering a rare glimpse into the inner workings of his mind and the decisions that altered the course of history.
The narrative skillfully portrays Kissinger's intellectual evolution from a refugee who fled the horrors of the Holocaust to a scholar at Harvard, and ultimately, a global diplomat. Readers are taken on an insightful journey through defining historical moments, such as the detente with the Soviet Union, the opening to China, and the oscillating tempers of the Middle East, all anchored by Kissinger's relentless pursuit of realpolitik and strategic power dynamics.
Isaacson's biography does not shy away from the intricacies of Kissinger's legacy, including his controversial role in the Vietnam War and his handling of human rights issues, providing nuanced perspectives that encourage robust discussion. Through vivid storytelling and a comprehensive presentation of facts, Kissinger emerges as a revelatory work that paints a nuanced portrait of a man whose influence continues to be felt in the corridors of power today.
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Kissinger by Walter Isaacson is praised as an endlessly fascinating work and is described as a brilliant yet disturbing study of power. It offers an in-depth look at the complexities of Henry Kissinger's influence and policies.
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ISBN: 9780743286978
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 September 2005
Country: United States
Imprint: Simon & Schuster
Edition: Reissue ed.
Illustration: Illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 41.0mm
Width: 157.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 1089g
Pages: 896
About the Author
Walter Isaacson is the bestselling author of biographies of Jennifer Doudna, Leonardo da Vinci, Steve Jobs, Benjamin Franklin, and Albert Einstein. He is a professor of history at Tulane and was CEO of the Aspen Institute, chair of CNN, and editor of Time. He was awarded the National Humanities Medal in 2023. Visit him at Isaacson.Tulane.edu.
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