Read Online: A Companion to Ronald Reagan - Ronald Reagan’s life (1911–2004) crossed major domestic and global turning points, and his presidency (1981–1989) marked a lasting shift in U.S. policy at home and abroad. As a central political figure of the late twentieth century, his influence continues to shape contemporary politics. This book offers a comprehensive examination of Reagan’s life, administration, and legacy—assessing the events, policies, and key figures of his presidency, as well as his diverse careers as sportscaster, actor, activist, governor, and national icon. It also explores the evolution of Reagan’s historical and popular reputation in the twenty-first century. Serving as a thorough resource for students and scholars, it provides the most complete overview currently available of Reagan and his enduring impact.
Watch Online: Ronald Reagan: The Role of a Lifetime (48:00) - This episode of Biography traces the life of Ronald Reagan from his childhood in the small, working class towns of Illinois, through his career as a Hollywood actor, and his political career which took him from liberal Democrat to conservative Republican, from a two-term governorship of California, to a two-term presidency that helped define and shape policies in the 1980s and far beyond.
Check Out: Reagan: The Life - "Reagan conveys with sweep and vigor how the confident force of Reagan’s personality and the unwavering nature of his beliefs enabled him to engineer a conservative revolution in American politics and play a crucial role in ending communism in the Soviet Union. Reagan shut down the age of liberalism and ushered in the age of Reagan, whose defining principles are still powerfully felt today." (Amazon)
More books & eBooks on the U.S. Presidency are on display in the library for the month of February. Find more recommended resources including videos and articles on the library's Presidency library guide.
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