Rockefeller and Johnson Biographies
Ron Chernow talked about his book Titan: The Life of John D. Rockefeller, Sr. which looks at the life of the first recorded American billion… read more
Ron Chernow talked about his book Titan: The Life of John D. Rockefeller, Sr. which looks at the life of the first recorded American billionaire. The book also addresses the business practices of Rockefeller in relation to his company Standard Oil. Robert Dalleck spoke about his book Flawed Giant: Lyndon B. Johnson, 1960-1973 which looks at the Presidency of Johnson, his congressional record and the way he handle the Vietnam War. After their prepared remarks questions were taken from the audience. close
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