Last Lion: The Fall And Rise Of Ted Kennedy (2009) - Plot & Excerpts
I really enjoyed listening to this account of the life and political career of Ted Kennedy. History and politics are two of my passions so I was very interested and connected with these years and these events as I lived through and remembered so many things covered in this account. Although I was aligned politically with Ted Kennedy, the Kennedy family has always fascinated me and their public service, I believe, is done with a true sense of purpose and commitment. That being said, I think probably the best thing that happened to Ted Kennedy other than his own children was his second marriage. She seemed to give him and stability and grounding that had before then been a void in his life. All of this and more is covered in this book, including his long service in the Senate and his legislative accomplishments and failures. Ted, just like his brother, Bobby, would have become President too. Bobby was assassinated during the campaign by a demented, Sirhan Sirhan-- just like The President who was assassinated by Oswald, another demented. Ted backed out of the Presidency many times to stretch his stay in the Senate and be of service to his country for as long as he can. He believes that as long as he kept himself away from the Presidency, he will be safe. The youngest Kennedy son lived a turbulent life--family scandals abound, illlnesses lingered, alcoholism, death. At one point, his life stabilized. People, who once despised him, became his friends later. Mitt Romney, a rich and youthful looking Republican ran against him. Romney lostTed supported the candidacies of Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. . John McCain called him the "Last Lion" of the Senate for his effectiveness and for bringing results.
What do You think about Last Lion: The Fall And Rise Of Ted Kennedy (2009)?
Very interesting read. Author added in lots of new information about this American citizen.
—deepsjai
I enjoyed this book very much, I actually learned things I never knew happened!!
—Ilovelucy123
Winston Churchill was "the last lion." Hardly a comparison
—wicked_witch_of_wv
