Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed by Maureen Callahan (English)

Description: Ask Not by Maureen Callahan From New York Times bestseller Maureen Callahan, a fierce, character-driven exposé of the real Kennedy Curse—the familys generations-long legacy of misogyny, murder, and mayhem—and the women who have paid the price for our obsession with Camelot. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description For decades, the Kennedy name has been synonymous with wealth, power, and—above all else—integrity. But this carefully constructed veneer hides a dark truth: the Kennedy mens legacy of physical and psychological abuse of women, part of a tradition of toxic masculinity that spans generations and has ruined untold lives. Through scandal after scandal, the family and their defenders have managed to keep this shameful story out of the spotlight. Now, in Ask Not, bestselling journalist Maureen Callahan reveals the Kennedys hidden history of abuse and exploitation, laying bare their rampant misogyny and restoring women to the center of the dynastys story: from Jacqueline Onassis and Marilyn Monroe to Carolyn Bessette, Mary Richardson, Rosemary Kennedy, and many others whose names arent nearly as well known – but rightfully should be.Drawing on years of fierce reportage and written in electric prose, Ask Not is a long-overdue reckoning with this fabled American family, showing how the Kennedy myth and their raw political power has enabled the clans many predators while also silencing generations of traumatized women and girls. At long last, Callahan also redirects the spotlight to the women in the Kennedys orbit, paying homage to those who freed themselves—and giving voice to the countless others who could not do the same. Author Biography Maureen Callahan has worked as an editor and writer at the New York Post for seven years, covering everything from the subcultures of the Lower East Side to local and national politics. Before that, she worked as a writer for MTV, Sassy, New York magazine and Spin, where she won an ASCAP-Deems Taylor award for co-authoring DONT DRINK THE BROWN WATER, a lengthy expose of what led to the Woodstock riots of 1999; that piece was also selected for inclusion in DaCapos BEST MUSIC WRITING 2000. Last year, she was nominated for a Pulitzer by the New York Post for her work at the paper. Review If youre after non-fiction that reads like a propulsive political thriller, this is the book for you in July. Bestselling author and journalist Maureen Callahan returns to our shelves with a searing exposé that explores the tumultuous relationships within the Kennedy family. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Callahan unravels the complexities of this renowned family and the trails of women left behind. The book confronts the darker truths of power and privilege, offering a sobering reflection on the consequences of unchecked political influence. Ask Not is a gripping and poignant exploration of a pivotal era in American history and the individuals caught in its whirlwind. GlamourA long history of misogyny, murder and mayhem is revealed in this scandal-filled new book by the Mails own Maureen Callahan, who puts the darker underbelly of the Kennedy Clan – the closest thing America has to a royal family – on display, examining their treatment of Marilyn Monroe, Jackie Kennedy and Carolyn Bessette. – Mail on SundayA timely reminder of the dangers posed by men who crave power – Peter Conrad, GuardianWe know these stories – most of them anyway: the destruction wrought by Kennedy men. Theres JFKs constant priapic propositioning of White House interns, his cruelty to Jackie and to Marilyn; Bobbys sexual competition with his older brother; the hours Mary Jo Kopechne spent alive, trapped in Ted Kennedys car as her tiny pocket of air dwindled, while he dragged himself free and ran away; the macho bullying of Carolyn Bessette by JFK Jr that led to both their deaths. But seeing it all laid out, interconnected, makes this a grim but very compelling read. Irish IndependentIf youre after non-fiction that reads like a propulsive political thriller, this is the book for you in July. Bestselling author and journalist Maureen Callahan returns to our shelves with a searing exposé that explores the tumultuous relationships within the Kennedy family. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Callahan unravels the complexities of this renowned family and the trails of women left behind. The book confronts the darker truths of power and privilege, offering a sobering reflection on the consequences of unchecked political influence. Ask Not is a gripping and poignant exploration of a pivotal era in American history and the individuals caught in its whirlwind. GlamourA long history of misogyny, murder and mayhem is revealed in this scandal-filled new book by the Mails own Maureen Callahan, who puts the darker underbelly of the Kennedy Clan – the closest thing America has to a royal family – on display, examining their treatment of Marilyn Monroe, Jackie Kennedy and Carolyn Bessette. – Mail on SundayA timely reminder of the dangers posed by men who crave power – Peter Conrad, GuardianWe know these stories – most of them anyway: the destruction wrought by Kennedy men. Theres JFKs constant priapic propositioning of White House interns, his cruelty to Jackie and to Marilyn; Bobbys sexual competition with his older brother; the hours Mary Jo Kopechne spent alive, trapped in Ted Kennedys car as her tiny pocket of air dwindled, while he dragged himself free and ran away; the macho bullying of Carolyn Bessette by JFK Jr that led to both their deaths. But seeing it all laid out, interconnected, makes this a grim but very compelling read. Irish Independent Details ISBN0008473250 Author Maureen Callahan Pages 336 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780008473259 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-07-03 Imprint Mudlark Subtitle The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed Country of Publication United Kingdom Alternative 9780008473242 Audience General UK Release Date 2024-07-03 AU Release Date 2024-07-03 NZ Release Date 2024-07-03 Illustrations 30 b/w, illus Language English ISBN-10 0008473250 DEWEY 320.9730904 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160666427;

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