John F. Kennedy Jr.

Landau, Elaine

ISBN 10: 0761318577 ISBN 13: 9780761318576

Publisher: Twenty First Century Books, 2000

Synopsis

From his toddler years in the White House to his later successes in the publishing industry, this illustrated biography provides an intimate look at the short-lived life of this famous American figure.

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From School Library Journal

Gr 5 Up-The opening chapter of this poignant tribute to "America's prince" recounts his last day of life and his tragic death in a plane crash at sea. The ensuing chapters offer a comprehensive and touching look back at the 38 years during which JFK Jr. captured the public's interest and grew into the dashing young man who so resembled his father and seemed destined for public office himself. There are no new revelations here, just a comprehensive, accessible retelling of an extraordinary life, steeped in the wonder of what might have been had he lived. Appealing black-and-white photographs capture both posed and candid moments in young Kennedy's life, revealing not just his winsome good looks and high media profile but also his devotion to his mother and sister and his keen awareness of his family's place in history. A particularly moving photograph shows JFK Jr. and his wife Carolyn standing before the official White House portrait of his father as President Clinton leads the two on a tour of John's former home. The book is an appealing choice for readers interested not only in the children of American presidents but in any young person who must strive to overcome a celebrity legacy to make a name and career for himself.-William McLoughlin, Brookside School, Worthington, OH

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From Booklist

Gr. 6-9. Some might say that John Kennedy Jr. did not do enough in life to merit a biography, but veteran nonfiction writer Landau does an excellent job in showing readers that Kennedy meant more to his country than just his resume. Beginning with the night of Kennedy's plane crash, Landau writes intimately, but without a tabloid tone, offering a simple you-are-there feeling. She then recounts Kennedy's life, beginning with his birth immediately after the 1960 election; his White House years, concluding with his father's death; his time in New York and in Greece; and his adult life, including romance and work. She also offers a perspective on Kennedy's death and the role that recklessness has played in the Kennedy tragedies. This is more handsomely designed than many children's biographies, with well-chosen, and generally well-produced black-and-white photos. If you need only one biography on JFK Jr., this will very nicely suffice. Ilene Cooper
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About this edition

• Publisher: Twenty First Century Books
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0761318577
• ISBN 13: 9780761318576
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 128