
Reviews
Jacobson is an astute observer and a graceful writer. This brings one of America's most enigmatic presidents into sharper focus.
Jacobson has done a superb job of using archival, journalistic, and primary and secondary sources that make up the amazing universe of Nixonology to craft an original theory on Nixon's madness.
Layering the history of emotions and psychological theory on top of impressive research and engaging prose, Zachary Jacobson views Richard Nixon through the lens of his 'madman theory.' He reveals that Nixon's self-perception was the same as allies' and enemies': at war with himself. The result is a superb portrait that illuminates nuclear policy, the Vietnam War, and more.
Book Details
Introduction
PART ONE: ON ACTING
1. The Acting Life of Richard Nixon
2. The Sentimental Life of Richard Nixon
Interlude
3. The Working Life of Richard Nixon
PART TWO: ON MADNESS
4. The Madness in the Act
Introduction
PART ONE: ON ACTING
1. The Acting Life of Richard Nixon
2. The Sentimental Life of Richard Nixon
Interlude
3. The Working Life of Richard Nixon
PART TWO: ON MADNESS
4. The Madness in the Act: The First Campaign
Interlude
5. The Madness in the Mind: Rage and Conspiracism in the President
Interlude
6. The Madness in Play: The Use of the "Madman Theory" in Foreign Policy
The Madness in Control: To China and the "Indefinite Shore"
Conclusion