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Lessons from The Years of Lyndon Johnson by Robert Caro [Narration]

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From Rags to Power: The Motivation of Political Figures

Explore the upbringing and ambition of political figures like Napoleon, Churchill, and Lyndon Johnson, as we delve into the contrast between their elite ancestry and impoverished upbringing. Discover how their drive to resolve this incongruity motivates their pursuit of power.

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