LBJ’s America

Grab a vivid, deeply researched portrait of a transformative presidency with LBJ’s America by Mark Atwood Lawrence and Mark K. Updegrove. This compelling account pulls you into the turbulent 1960s, tracing Lyndon B. Johnson’s journey from the Texas Hill Country to the corridors of power in Washington, D.C., and showing how one leader reshaped the United States.

Discover human stories behind landmark decisions: the forging of the Great Society, the passage of civil rights legislation, and the agonizing escalation in Vietnam. Lawrence’s historical expertise and Updegrove’s narrative flair combine to illuminate LBJ’s political instincts, moral complexities, and the cultural forces that defined his era. Expect clear context, fresh insights, and vivid scenes that bring the past into sharp relief for readers in the U.S. and beyond.

This book is ideal for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about modern American government, policy, and leadership. You’ll gain a richer understanding of how regional roots and national crises intersected to produce sweeping social change—and enduring controversy. Whether studying American history in the classroom or exploring presidential leadership for personal enrichment, this title offers accessible scholarship and memorable storytelling.

Add LBJ’s America to your collection for a balanced, authoritative look at one of America’s most consequential presidencies. Order now to deepen your perspective on 1960s America, Washington politics, and the legacy that still shapes cities from Austin to Washington, D.C. today.

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