The Kennedy Men

From Boston ward politics to the White House, Laurence Leamer charts the ambition that drove three generations of Kennedy men.

East Boston anchors the opening chapters, where the author traces ward boss Patrick Joseph Kennedy rising into municipal power. Leamer follows Joseph P. Kennedy through Harvard, Wall Street pools, and the London embassy.

Drawing upon family archives, the narrative follows the four brothers as their father propels them through military service into national politics. This portrait captures Jack Kennedy surviving his wrecked patrol boat in the Pacific and later facing the missile crisis in the White House.

The renowned biographer and New York Times bestselling author of The Kennedy Women returns with this first volume in a multigenerational history that will forever change the way America views its most famous family ...
American History: Explores the family’s rise from immigrant poverty as Patrick Joseph Kennedy co-founded the Columbia Trust Company.Political Dynasty: Traces the complex personal rivalries between Joe Jr. and Jack as their father demanded perfection across athletics, wartime aviation, and election battles.20th Century Politics: Details the behind-the-scenes maneuvering of Joseph P. Kennedy, from Wall Street syndicates and Prohibition-era liquor imports.Also by This Author: Sons of Camelot and King of the Night.