See full terms and conditions and this month's choices. Please join Hudson Institute for a conversation with Mark Salter about his new book, The Luckiest Man: Life with John McCain . “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. Refresh and try again. As newly minted Congressional Chief of Staff, reading a biography of John McCain by his long serving Chief is very interesting. 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. 200,000 first printing.Baker & TaylorA tribute to the late Senator by one of his most trusted confidantes draws on elements from McCain… This first person view of the man was both eye opening and inspirational. I learned a lot of the ins and outs of the Senator's career that I had not known before. More so than almost anyone outside of John McCain’s immediate family, Mark Salter had unparalleled access to and served to influence the late Senator’s thoughts and actions, cowriting seven books with him and acting as a valued confidant. Mateo Askaripour is a Brooklyn-based writer whose bestselling debut novel, Black Buck, was published in January. He was blessed with great self-confidence and a keen awareness of who he was. A lot of detail about inconsequential events. 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. My parents voted for McCain BECAUSE of her. He was blessed with great self-confidence and a keen awareness of who he 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. Digital products purchased from this site are sold by Simon & Schuster Digital Sales Inc. Don't miss our eBook deals starting at $0.99! I think that either McCain kept these issues to himself, or the author was careful to decide what to show and what not to. I think I gave the book a fair shot. THE LUCKIEST MAN: LIFE WITH JOHN McCAIN by Mark Salter. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. So he has more insight than most into the personality of McCain. Jeremy Dick — January 13, 2021 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. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. There is much I did not know about this man, much of what I did know from his interviews. Now that I have seen the inside of Congress, I am deeply skeptical that this is really a true picture of the man because so many aspects of being a Congressman are conspicuous by their absence. 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. This book was very interesting and informative about the workings of government while providing insights into who John McCain was as a person and a man. Be the first to ask a question about The Luckiest Man. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published 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. Glimpses of his restlessness, his curiosity, his courage, and sentimentality are rendered with sensitivity and care—as only Mark Salter could provide. The antithesis of Trump, this man was ethical, moral and a true patriot. McCain. If you're curious about U.S. political history over the past 30 years, read this book. This is an excellent book. Reading Mark Salter’s The Luckiest Man, it’s clear that the late John McCain held closely to that narrative, and that Salter, his employee for nearly three decades, co-author of seven books, acolyte, and friend, seeks to preserve the image. Mark Salter was the late Sen. John McCain's aide for almost 20 years, and the two collaborated on several books. He was a true American patriot. We’d love your help. "The Luckiest Man: Life with John McCain" by Mark Salter. This first person view of the man was both eye opening and inspirational. It's rare that I even record a book I don't finish, let alone write a review. McCain was lucky, but not only in the way Salter reports it. 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. full terms and conditions and this month's choices, Publisher: Simon & Schuster (October 13, 2020). America was just unlucky, I guess. He was a true American patriot. 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. I honestly didn't know much about John McCain before reading this book. Could we use a little of that now. His father was a 4-star admiral & a naval aviator. 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. His father was a 4-star admiral & a naval aviator. 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. 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. 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. The capstone to Salter’s intimate and decades-spanning time with the Senator, The Luckiest Man is the authoritative last word on the stories McCain was too modest to tell himself and an influential life not soon to be forgotten. He served our nation. 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. Hope made every beautiful thing in this world and stood as a rebuke to every bad thing; the things within us and outside of us.” ~ Mark Salter, The Luckiest Man: Life with John McCain. 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. 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. 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. Well, that the prerogative of someone who like history I guess...what if? Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. 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. 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. November 16, 2020 szfreiberger American Political History, Biography. Offer redeemable at Simon & Schuster's ebook fulfillment partner. The Luckiest Man: Life with John McCain by Mark Salter available in Hardcover on Powells.com, also read synopsis and reviews. -- adapted from Amazon. So, here goes: If you're a political junky you'll adore this book. His grandfather attended Annapolis with Adm. Chester Nimitz and Adm. William Halsey. Unless you're a McCainiac, or a political junkie there's no reason to read it. 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. While Senator McCain and his life have been well documented, and indeed, he and Mark Slater have paired together to publish books together before, albeit this one focuses more on how Slater perceived the legacy that Senator McCain left. I tried not to tie in the political stuff as much as his character and demeanor. 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. 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. My parents voted for McCain BECAUSE of her. Winston Churchill comes to mind. Mark Salter, friend and senatorial aide has offered a wonderful look inside McCain’s approach to life, beliefs, career, and the author’s relationship with him in THE LUCKIEST MAN: LIFE WITH JOHN MCCAIN. by Simon Schuster. More on that in a bit. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. 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. There is much I did not know about this man, much of what I did know from his interviews. 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 unique political memoir, one that focuses not on the life of the politician in question, but the political life of the principle in question. He served our nation from his early adulthood until his death. 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. © 2021 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved. Start by marking “The Luckiest Man: Life with John McCain” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Quite the lengthy book (over 550 pages) written by Mark Salter who was a McCain staffer, speech writer, collaborator on several books, and friend. 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. 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. I honestly didn't know much about John McCain before reading this book. I give Mark (author) quite a bit of credit for taking a fascinating biography and presenting it in an unconventional manner. 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. 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. Without a doubt, “The Luckiest Man” is one of the most inspiring books I have ever had occasion to read. But isn't that what the one star rating is for? I would give this 3.5 - a good and sometimes moving book about an incredible and inspiring American. 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 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. Mr. Salter’s 30-year journey with Senator McCain is a wonderful, real, timely gift everyone would benefit from reading. "—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. 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. 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. The younger John was a true maverick— getting into trouble and barely graduating Annapolis. So he has more insight than most into the personality of McCain. I always respected John McCain but after reading this book I have a new appreciation of what a great human being he was. Although the author was close to McCain, the book is not a whitewash of McCain's Senate Service. To be honest, one of the main reasons I wanted to read this book was to see if Salter (McCain's Chief of Staff for over 20 years) would provide any insights on this chapter in American History. 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. It just went on and on with little anecdotes about McCain's life. “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. 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. 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. I knew he was a Vietnam POW and that he had chosen one of the absolute worst possible people for his VP pick in his 2008 Presidential run against Obama. I wouldn't have done this for a book I set down after twenty or so pages. 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. As a result, the book is remarkably interesting, though for some reason the real nature of John McCain still seemed just be beyond reach. I knew he was a Vietnam POW and that he had chosen one of the absolute worst possible people for his VP pick in his 2008 Presidential run against Obama. "—The Washington Post. 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 … The writing did not compare to David Halberstam or Doris Kearns Goodwin. 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. I remember watching Sarah Palin with incredulity at her complete lack of intelligence and cockiness that bordered on nauseating. 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