A companion to Lyndon B. Johnson /

• Other Authors: Lerner, Mitchell B., 1968-
• Format: eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Chichester, UK : Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.
• Series: Blackwell companions to American history. Presidential companions.
• Subjects: Johnson, Lyndon B. > (Lyndon Baines), > 1908-1973.; Johnson, Lyndon B. > (Lyndon Baines), > 1908-1973 > Political and social views.; Johnson, Lyndon B., > 1908-1973 > Johnson, Lyndon Baines.; Johnson, Lyndon B., > 1908-1973 > Johnson, Lyndon Baines > Political and social views.; Vietnam War (1961-1975); 1960-1980; Vietnam War, 1961-1975.; Presidents > United States > Biography.; HISTORY > United States > 20th Century.; Diplomatic relations.; Political and social views.; Politics and government.; Presidents.; Social conditions.; United States > Politics and government > 1963-1969.; United States > Social conditions > 1960-1980.; United States > Foreign relations > 1963-1969.; United States.; Electronic books.; Biography.
• Physical Description: 1 online resource.
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• ISBN: 9781444333893; 1444333895; 9781118387757; 1118387759; 9781444347494; 1444347497; 1444347462; 9781444347463; 9781444347470; 1444347470; 1283406071; 9781283406079
• DOI: 10.1002/9781444347494

This companion offers an overview of Lyndon B. Johnson's life, presidency, and legacy, as well as a detailed look at the central arguments and scholarly debates from his term in office. Explores the legacy of Johnson and the historical significance of his years as president. Covers the full range of topics, from the social and civil rights reforms of the Great Society to the increased American involvement in Vietnam. Incorporates the dramatic new evidence that has come to light through the release of around 8,000 phone conversations and meetings that Johnson secretly recorded as President.