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The Years of Lyndon Johnson
A Biography
Book • 1982
The Years of Lyndon Johnson is a multi-volume biography that meticulously details the life of Lyndon B. Johnson.
The series includes four published volumes: The Path to Power, Means of Ascent, Master of the Senate, and The Passage of Power.
These volumes cover Johnson's early life in the Texas Hill Country, his rise through Congress, his tenure as Senate Majority Leader, and his assumption of the presidency after John F. Kennedy's assassination.
The biography is known for its exhaustive research, including interviews with numerous contemporaries of Johnson and a deep dive into the historical context of his life and times.
The series includes four published volumes: The Path to Power, Means of Ascent, Master of the Senate, and The Passage of Power.
These volumes cover Johnson's early life in the Texas Hill Country, his rise through Congress, his tenure as Senate Majority Leader, and his assumption of the presidency after John F. Kennedy's assassination.
The biography is known for its exhaustive research, including interviews with numerous contemporaries of Johnson and a deep dive into the historical context of his life and times.
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Mentioned by Misha Saul as one of the best books they've read, and by 
Tyler Cowen who finds them amazing but doesn't need that many pages on Texas politics.
Tyler Cowen who finds them amazing but doesn't need that many pages on Texas politics.
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Kvetching with Tyler Cowen
Mentioned by 
Ryan Holiday as one of the most influential sets of books he has ever read, praising its great writing and insights into power dynamics and the American government.
Ryan Holiday as one of the most influential sets of books he has ever read, praising its great writing and insights into power dynamics and the American government.
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You Need to Know What Happened in 1963 | Dr. Peniel Joseph
Recommended by Elliot Kalan and 
Roman Mars as a series of biographies collectively considered even better than "The Power Broker."
Roman Mars as a series of biographies collectively considered even better than "The Power Broker."
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The Power Broker Breakdown Wrap-Up
Mentioned by 
Larry Liu as his favorite book, highlighting the author's writing style and the complexity of the subject.
Larry Liu as his favorite book, highlighting the author's writing style and the complexity of the subject.
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Weee!: Larry Liu
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Dwarkesh Patel as the author of a biography on Lyndon B. Johnson, highlighting its impact and lessons on power.
Dwarkesh Patel as the author of a biography on Lyndon B. Johnson, highlighting its impact and lessons on power.
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Lessons from The Years of Lyndon Johnson by Robert Caro [Narration]
Mentioned by Erik Rostad , using the book's exploration of means versus ends as a framework for decision-making.
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Top Ideas from the World of Books
Mentioned by 
Anthony Vicino as a captivating biography that details the life and career of Lyndon B. Johnson.
Anthony Vicino as a captivating biography that details the life and career of Lyndon B. Johnson.
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3 Books Millionaires Read That Poor People Don't | Ep. 808
Mentioned by Dwarkesh Patel as a biography he is currently reading, focusing on the personalities of influential figures.
Dwarkesh Patel as a biography he is currently reading, focusing on the personalities of influential figures.
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Byrne Hobart - FTX, Drugs, Twitter, Taiwan, & Monasticism
Recommended by Rory Stewart (mentioned by 
Adam Buxton ) as an extraordinary biography of Lyndon B. Johnson.
Adam Buxton ) as an extraordinary biography of Lyndon B. Johnson.
EP.239 - ROB BURLEY
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as an example of a biographer whose work provides deep insights into history.
Ryan Holiday as an example of a biographer whose work provides deep insights into history.
Here’s How To Become an Informed Citizen
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday and David Rubenstein in the context of in-depth historical biographies and the time commitment involved in their creation.
Ryan Holiday and David Rubenstein in the context of in-depth historical biographies and the time commitment involved in their creation.
David Rubenstein on Patriotic Philanthropy and the Value of History
