Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Harry Truman Harry Truman Wil Mara "Provides comprehensive information on President Harry Truman and places him within his historical and cultural context. Also explored are the formative events of his times and how he responded"--Pro… OL15602304W
The most controversial decision The most controversial decision Wilson D. Miscamble "This book explores the American use of atomic bombs, and the role these weapons played in the defeat of the Japanese Empire in World War II. It focuses on President Harry S. Truman's decision making… OL16987178W
MacArthur's War MacArthur's War Bevin Alexander As a United States general, he had an unparalleled genius for military strategy, and it was under his leadership that Japan was rebuilt into a democratic ally after World War II. But MacArthur carrie… OL17323261W
Harry Truman Harry Truman Gloria D. Miklowitz A biography of the "common man" from Missouri who became the thirty-third President of the United States. OL1873933W
Harry S. Truman and the bomb : a documentary history Harry S. Truman and the bomb : a documentary history Robert H. Ferrell Contains primary source material. OL19665465W
The year of indecision, 1946 The year of indecision, 1946 Kenneth Weisbrode An account of Truman's first year in office argues that the tensions and issues that the nation faced are similar to those America faces today. OL20023377W
President Truman and the atomic bomb President Truman and the atomic bomb Michael O'Neal Discusses the events and decisions that led to the bombing of Hiroshima in 1945, particularly Truman's role as decision maker and initiator of the act. OL3488986W
Harry S. Truman Harry S. Truman Caroline Evensen Lazo Discusses the private life and political career of Harry S. Truman, who served as President from 1945 to 1953. OL470458W