The Buck Stops Here

This book vividly captures twenty-eight pivotal moments in American presidential history—from the Louisiana Purchase to JFK’s pledge to put a man on the moon. It is often said that the United States presidency is the most powerful office in the world. Various presidents have wielded that power in different ways, changing the course of history with a single decision, speech, or signature. The Buck Stops Here examines twenty-eight of these iconic events, giving readers an insider’s view of how and