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

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This chapter delves into the themes of ambition and power as explored in Robert Caro's biographies of Lyndon Johnson. It examines Johnson's extraordinary dedication and contrasts it with Caro's own commitment to documenting his complex legacy, emphasizing the rarity of individuals who can both seek power and master the art of biography.

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