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When I read about John McCain I always have to think about how different a course our country may have taken had he won the election. Winston Churchill comes to mind. He was blessed with great self-confidence and a keen awareness of who he was. THE LUCKIEST MAN: LIFE WITH JOHN McCAIN by Mark Salter. To see what your friends thought of this book, Last week Donald Trump lost his bid for reelection no matter what conspiracy theory he employs or how many lawsuits he implements to overturn the results. One of John McCain’s key staffers turns in an affecting memoir. 36 reviews. It covers Salter's relationship with McCain from their first meeting to 2009 when Salter left his position as McCain's Chief of staff, and then through McCain's last days. Well written by McCain's former Chief of Staff, the book is a very good fly-on-the-wall account of McCain's time in the Senate and his unsuccessful runs for President. The younger John was a true maverick— getting into trouble and barely graduating Annapolis. After all, who is really going to finish a book that they end up rating with one star? Now, in The Luckiest Man, Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain’s early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain’s life and philosophy. As newly minted Congressional Chief of Staff, reading a biography of John McCain by his long serving Chief is very interesting. See full terms and conditions and this month's choices. It's rare that I even record a book I don't finish, let alone write a review. In this compelling, honest, and much-needed book, Salter, McCain’s longtime coauthor and adviser, captures the raucous, resilient, and invigorating spirit of the late war hero and legendary senator. Now, in The Luckiest Man, Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain’s early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain’s life and philosophy. It's difficult to finish the book without feeling that McCain worked tirelessly and successfully to move the country forward only to have many of his accomplishments undone: his initiatives on campaign finance reform, which the Supreme Court subsequently undid in Citizens United v. FEC, and on immigration and climate change. We’d love your help. I remember watching Sarah Palin with incredulity at her complete lack of intelligence and cockiness that bordered on nauseating. John McCain certainly fits in that category. I appreciate that the author writes in the sympathetic tone of someone close to the subject, but is also forthright about the shortcomings of John McCain - just as McCain was. Now, in The Luckiest Man, Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain’s early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain’s life and philosophy. The younger John was a true maverick— getting into trouble and barely graduating Annapolis. This first person view of the man was both eye opening and inspirational. The Luckiest Man: Life with John McCain Mark Salter. Could we use a little of that now. https://www.msn.com/.../what-made-john-mccain-the-luckiest-man/vi-BB19Z12h He served on Senator McCain’s staff for eighteen years. There is much I did not know about this man, much of what I did know from his interviews. I wouldn't have done this for a book I set down after twenty or so pages. I tried not to tie in the political stuff as much as his character and demeanor. As a result, the book is remarkably interesting, though for some reason the real nature of John McCain still seemed just be beyond reach. Trump’s commentary concerning Senator John McCain before his passing arguing during the 2016 campaign that the senator was not a hero but a loser because he was captured after being shot down over North Vietnam does not seem to have sat wel. But she brought the crowds. © 2021 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved. Though I lived in Arizona, spent a career in the Navy, had Vietnam combat veterans as dear friends, and was very interested in US policy toward milltary, I really did not understand nor appreciate John McCain. I think that either McCain kept these issues to himself, or the author was careful to decide what to show and what not to. The House of Representatives and Senate need a few John McCains right now instead of the self-serving, do-nothings that currently make up our Congress. Thank you for signing up, fellow book lover! Last week Donald Trump lost his bid for reelection no matter what conspiracy theory he employs or how many lawsuits he implements to overturn the results. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Even though I disagree with him politically 90% of the time I love the way he says what is on his mind and is willing to put country over party. Unbelievable.” So said McCain, who, though long held captive in a North Vietnamese prison and in pain from the injuries he endured there, often remarked that he was the luckiest man in the world. And President Donald Trump’s comments earlier this year that were critical of members of the military hearkened back to insults he’d thrown McCain’s way. McCain, the self-proclaimed maverick when it came to legislation and politics and former POW emerged once again in the 2020 election as his wife, Cindy, and daughter Meghan emerged as a driving force to defeat Trump. By jumping back and forth from the past to the current, he draws fascinating correlations between McCain's past and how it impacted his current actions. Refresh and try again. He gives a. The Luckiest Man is the last word on the stories McCain was too modest to tell himself and an influential life not soon to be forgotten." Welcome back. Well written by McCain's former Chief of Staff, the book is a very good fly-on-the-wall account of McCain's time in the Senate and his unsuccessful runs for President. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. Now, in The Luckiest Man, Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain's early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain's life and philosophy. Now, in The Luckiest Man, Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain’s early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain’s life and philosophy. By clicking 'Sign me up' I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the privacy policy and terms of use. Where it loses ground with me is when the author goes way too deep into legislation... in those moments it goes from a page turner to stereo instructions. "For all his chronic impatience," Salter writes, Sen. McCain "would persevere for years, decades in pursuit of a goal [including comprehensive immigration legislation] he believed was right and just. Now, in The Luckiest Man, Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain’s early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain’s life and philosophy. Fascinating book— I did not know about McCain’s father and grandfather being high-ranking Naval officers. Woven throughout this narrative is also the story of Salter and McCain’s close relationship, including how they met, and why their friendship stood the test of time in a political world known for its fickle personalities and frail bonds. So he has more insight than most into the personality of McCain. Digital products purchased from this site are sold by Simon & Schuster Digital Sales Inc. Don't miss our eBook deals starting at $0.99! Admirably avoids hagiography for the most part (save by omissions, i.e., Carol McCain), showing the warts (temper) as well as the virtues (adherence to principle). So, here goes: If you're a political junky you'll adore this book. Mateo Askaripour is a Brooklyn-based writer whose bestselling debut novel, Black Buck, was published in January. Highly recommended.”—Kirkus Starred Review, “Franklin Roosevelt had Louis Howe and Harry Hopkins, JFK had Ted Sorensen and Arthur Schlesinger Jr., and John McCain had Mark Salter. Through Salter’s revealing portrayal of one of our country’s finest public servants, McCain emerges as both the man we knew him to be and also someone entirely new. The antithesis of Trump, this man was ethical, moral and a true patriot. Mark Salter was a longtime aide and confidant of Sen. McCain, whose life he examines in Salter’s new book, “The Luckiest Man.” Salter joins Judy Woodruff to discuss. McCain’s life story is a complex one due to the storied military history of his family, his personality, and his fervent belief in honor and standing up for the United States world-wide. "—The Washington Post. His father was a 4-star admiral & a naval aviator. Without a doubt, “The Luckiest Man” is one of the most inspiring books I have ever had occasion to read. Now, in The Luckiest Man, Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain’s early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain’s life and philosophy. “The Luckiest Man,” a moving and lucidly written memoir by McCain’s longtime speechwriter and co-author, Mark Salter, emphasizes the great man’s optimism and gratitude. Sidestepping the political garbage of today and keeping an open mind, I found it worth the read which will bring occasional smiles to ones face, but also at the same time, reveal the humanity of the man who had a good moral compass. The Luckiest Man: Life with John McCain - Ebook written by Mark Salter. Although the author was close to McCain, the book is not a whitewash of McCain's Senate Service. But isn't that what the one star rating is for? However, he doesn’t shy away from addressing his missteps and failures (nor does it seem like McCain would have wanted him to). Start by marking “The Luckiest Man: Life with John McCain” as Want to Read: Error rating book. I learned a lot of the ins and outs of the Senator's career that I had not known before. Be the first to ask a question about The Luckiest Man. A DEEPLY PERSONAL AND CANDID REMEMBRANCE OF THE LATE SENATOR JOHN McCAIN FROM ONE OF HIS CLOSEST AND MOST TRUSTED CONFIDANTS, FRIENDS, AND POLITICAL ADVISORS. I would give this 3.5 - a good and sometimes moving book about an incredible and inspiring American. I honestly didn't know much about John McCain before reading this book. He gives a thorough account of both McCain's strengths and weaknesses, and his successes and losses. This is an excellent book. It is an excellent read. This book by Mark Salter, co-author of McCain's previous 3 autobiographies, more or less closes the loop on McCain's life. Mark Salter was the late Sen. John McCain's aide for almost 20 years, and the two collaborated on several books. He served our nation. And now I really am disappointed that we did not get him as President in 2000, and why Trump is even more of a disgrace. Now, in The Luckiest Man, Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain’s early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain’s life and philosophy. The Luckiest Man Life With John McCain (Book) : Salter, Mark : Baker & TaylorA tribute to the late Senator by one of his most trusted confidantes draws on elements from McCain’s early biography as well as his later-in-life political philosophies to discuss his peripatetic youth, naval service and private life. “Fifth from the bottom of my class, and the Republican nominee for president. Part of this is because the guy really was kin. I kind of agree with him, as the Tea Party was officially founded in Obama's first year, riding the wave of idiocy that Palin started with her aww-shucks imbecility. I give Mark (author) quite a bit of credit for taking a fascinating biography and presenting it in an unconventional manner. The author is not only the McCain's former chief but also his co-author on most of his books, as well as his speechwriter. The author recounts McCain's streak of independence and boldness in the Senate, his willingness to do what he thought was right no matter whom he crossed in the process, and his strong belief in the Senate as an institution. Although I didn't always agree with him, I found him to be an honorable person in life and a man worth celebrating for his bravery, humor, wit, and leadership. This gives the book an added sense of unreality though maybe his war-hero status was so powerful a force that many of the conflicts that most Congresspeople have to deal with were never present for him. Though Salter’s critiques aren’t exactly hard-hitting, they give the book credibility. Mark Salter has collaborated with John McCain on all seven of their books, including The Restless Wave, Faith of My Fathers, Worth the Fighting For, Why Courage Matters, Character Is Destiny, Hard Call, and Thirteen Soldiers. There are few politicians/statesmen that can be judged heroes. What you will find here is inspiration for a meaningful existence. I consider myself as a moderate - liberal independent, but I respect a man of principle and dedication to our Country. Trump’s commentary concerning Senator John McCain before his passing arguing during the 2016 campaign that the senator was not a hero but a loser because he was captured after being shot down over North Vietnam does not seem to have sat well with the Arizona electorate. More so than almost anyone outside of McCain’s immediate family, Mark Salter had unparalleled access to and served to influence the Senator’s thoughts and actions, cowriting seven books with him and acting as a valued confidant. While I may not have agreed with all of his politics, I am a better person and a better American for having read this book. Part of this is because the guy really was kind of unreal, and also the kind of politician that I think is extremely rare. A lot of detail about inconsequential events. Unless you're a McCainiac, or a political junkie there's no reason to read it. It is both a touching personal account and thorough biographical narrative. As a result, the book is remarkably interesting, though for some reason the real nature of John McCain still seemed just be beyond reach. His father was a 4-star admiral & a naval aviator. “One of John McCain’s key staffers turns in an affecting memoir....Salter gives a highly readable, blow-by-blow account.... One of the best fly-on-the-wall political memoirs in recent memory. McCain is my weakspot. A deeply personal and candid remembrance of the late Senator John McCain from one of his closest and most trusted confidants, friends, and political advisors. Last week Donald Trump lost his bid for reelection no matter what conspiracy theory he employs or how many lawsuits he implements to overturn the results. There is much I did not know about this man, much of what I did know from his interviews. The author recounts McCain's streak of independence and boldness in the Senate, his willingness to do what he thought was right no matter whom he crossed in the process, and his strong belief in the Senate as an institution. Now, in The Luckiest Man, Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain’s early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain’s life and philosophy. Salter provides an up-close look at John McCain, including a much deeper dive into his family history and life as a young man than I expected. So he has more insight than most into the personality of McCain. His grandfather attended Annapolis with Adm. Chester Nimitz and Adm. William Halsey. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. Sidestepping the political garbage of today and keeping an open mind, I found it worth the read which will bring occasional smiles to ones face, but also at the same time, r. I enjoyed this book, featuring portions of the life of the late senator, John McCain. While I may not have agreed with all of his politics, I am. Well, that the prerogative of someone who like history I guess...what if? Mr. Salter’s 30-year journey with Senator McCain is a wonderful, real, timely gift everyone would benefit from reading. McCain. McCain wasn’t always right, but he was always decent, and Salter’s terrific account reminds us of what public service—and public servants—ought to be like.”—Jon Meacham, “A moving and lucidly written memoir....Mr. Salter’s admiration for his old boss is profound, but he is aware, too, of McCain’s complexity....reading Mr. Salter’s fine memoir, I am confirmed in an old opinion: that it is one of the great tragedies of our politics that John McCain was never elected president. Salter covers all the major events of McCain’s life—his peripatetic childhood, his naval service—but introduces, too, aspects of the man that the public rarely saw and hardly knew. Must redeem within 90 days. My parents voted for McCain BECAUSE of her. Jeremy Dick — January 13, 2021 Tell us what you like and we'll recommend books you'll love. Salter, the author, was arguably incapable of writing this without great bias in favor of McCain - having spent some of the greatest years of his life alongside him. It's been a Read with Jenna... A DEEPLY PERSONAL AND CANDID REMEMBRANCE OF THE LATE SENATOR JOHN McCAIN FROM ONE OF HIS CLOSEST AND MOST TRUSTED CONFIDANTS, FRIENDS, AND POLITICAL ADVISORS. It boggles my mind. Glimpses of his restlessness, his curiosity, his courage, and sentimentality are rendered with sensitivity and care—as only Mark Salter could provide. Copyright: 2020 Book Details Book Quality: Publisher Quality Book Size: 608 Pages ISBN-13: 9781982120955 Related ISBNs: -- adapted from Amazon. June 2nd 2020 This book by Mark Salter, co-author of McCain's previous 3 autobiographies, more or less closes the loop on McCain's life. All three made history during WWII. He was a true American patriot. My parents voted for McCain BECAUSE of her. Couldn't finish this one. I enjoyed this book, featuring portions of the life of the late senator, John McCain. "—Wall Street Journal, "Salter’s psychological portrait of McCain is informed and convincing....McCain may have considered himself 'the luckiest man on earth,' but we too are lucky to have counted him among our leaders and to have this intimate biography that will keep his memory bright. Now, in The Luckiest Man, Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain’s early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain’s life and philosophy. Although I didn't always agree with him, I found him to be an honorable person in life and a man worth celebrating for his bravery, humor, wit, and leadership. Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. Lovingly crafted bio of a remarkable character by a long-standing staffer and friend. His widow, Cindy, publicly proclaimed her support the Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden because of a deep family friendship. But she brought the crowds. Finishing the book just now, reading the last few pages that describe McCain's death, I am moved to tears and feel as though I, too, have lost a dear friend. By jumping back and forth from the past to the current, he draws fascinating correlations between McCain's past and how it impacted his current actions. by Simon Schuster. I didn't like this quite as well as other of Salter's books about McCain, just because it got deeply into the politics and not as much about Senator McCain personal life. America was just unlucky, I guess. I tried not to tie in the political stuff as much as his character and demeanor. “McCain showed me what a fool I had been to miss that hopefulness made every tragedy bearable and all progress possible. However, there are some interesting nuggets scattered throughout: As newly minted Congressional Chief of Staff, reading a biography of John McCain by his long serving Chief is very interesting. Cindy McCain will executive produce a biopic about her late husband based on the biographical book The Luckiest Man: Life With John McCain. Free eBook offer available to NEW US subscribers only. An inspiring book from beginning to end. One reason he may have lost rests on the state of Arizona which went blue for the first time in decades. She helped turn his flagging numbers around, though not enough to win. She helped turn his flagging numbers around, though not enough to win. "The Luckiest Man: Life With John McCain," out Tuesday, is a fascinating reminiscence by Mark Salter, who was the late senator's closest aide for 18 years and collaborated with him on seven books. 10 Books that 'Disrupted' the Literary Status Quo. full terms and conditions and this month's choices, Publisher: Simon & Schuster (October 13, 2020). Although this book is labeled a biography, it is really a very long remembrance and tribute by the author, Mark Salter, about John McCain, whom he worked for over several decades, a man whom he clearly admired and deeply loved. He knows the history of this American patriot, his personality and the various backstories of political intrigue in the US senate. Mark Salter was John McCain's speech writer and consultant for almost 20 years. Full Episode Sunday, Jan 17 Very good observations in this book. If you want to learn more about politics, the psychology of campaigns, the rise of the tea party, and the rise of fake news, then read this book. The writing did not compare to David Halberstam or Doris Kearns Goodwin. Plus, receive recommendations and exclusive offers on all of your favorite books and authors from Simon & Schuster. I give Mark (author) quite a bit of credit for taking a fascinating biography and presenting it in an unconventional manner. Although the author was close to McCain, the book is not a whitewash of McCain's Senate Service. Now, in 'THE LUCKIEST MAN', Salter draws on the storied facets of McCain's early biography as well as the later-in-life political philosophy for which the nation knew and loved him, delivering an intimate and comprehensive account of McCain's life and philosophy.Salter covers all the major events of McCain's life - his peripatetic childhood, his naval service - but introduces, too, aspects of the man that the public … Is inspiration for a book I do n't finish, let alone write a.! 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