Jack: The Early Years of John F. Kennedy

By Ilene Cooper

Book Overview

He would be a symbol of power, grace, and tragedy-but before he was JFK, he was sickly and scrappy, troubled and charming; he was a boy called Jack. To Jack, it seemed as if his brother Joe, not quite two years older, would always triumph-in school, on the playing field, in his father's affections. Jack was the sloppy second son, the witty, disorganized dreamer who could never seem to stay well long enough to muster his talents-a risky failing in the success-driven Kennedy family. Young readers cannot help but be fascinated by this sympathetic portrait of a complex youth who, as he struggled with the pressures of father-son dynamics and the shadow of ill health, discovered within himself an intensity for living and a profoundly ironic humor.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0525469230
• ISBN13: 9780525469230
• Release Date: February 2003
• Publisher: Dutton Books
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 1.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.8" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 10 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 5 and higher

Customer Reviews

insightful and interesting

This look at JFK's early years is very amazing. I loved the idea of exploring his early years in depth. As a school teacher, I realized that so many of the students we see as average students or pranksters have great potential! The book shows JFK's relationship with his older brother as being very strained. I didn't realize they were so competitive, but this book points out how competitive they really were. I loved this book! If you are a fan of the Kennedys and are looking for a glimpse into the young life of JFK, this book is the one.

very good

this biography is wonderfull, it's one of the most complete bio of young Jack. It tells how he was.there are a lot of rares photos and a few documents.I suggest it to all the peaople who are fans of john f kennedy.