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Thomas Maier traces the family’s journey beginning with their struggles against discrimination, their Catholic faith, and their pursuit of the American Dream. The book examines how themes of loyalty, ambition, tragedy, and resilience shaped the Kennedys across generations, from Joseph Kennedy Sr.’s fierce drive for success to the charismatic leadership of John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and the broader family legacy. Maier draws parallels between the Kennedys’ Irish-Catholic heritage and their public lives, highlighting how faith, family bonds, and cultural identity influenced their politics, personal choices, and enduring public appeal. Rich with detail and human complexity, the book portrays the Kennedys as both mythic and profoundly human, marked by triumphs and scandals alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1941\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eAbout the Author – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eThomas Maier is an award-winning American journalist, biographer, and investigative reporter known for his in-depth narrative nonfiction. With a career at \u003cem data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eNewsday\u003c\/em\u003e and other major publications, he has produced several acclaimed biographies and historical works focusing on influential figures and cultural forces. Maier’s writing is characterized by meticulous research, compelling storytelling, and an ability to illuminate the personal lives behind public personas. His notable works include \u003cem data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003eMasters of Sex\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eWhen Lions Roar\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eMafia Spies\u003c\/em\u003e. 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