"In this short and brilliantly written book, award-winning author Gordon-Reed argues that the nation went from the best President to the worst during this most crucial period of its history . . . This concise, well-documented, and accessible book is recommended for all college and public libraries."—Theresa McDevitt, Indiana University of Pennsylvania Library, Library Journal
“A fascinating journey . . . a beautifully written book.”—Linda Robinson, The New York Times Book Review
“A richly textured fugue that dramatizes the dizzying interplay between notions—faith. Morality, identity—and nations.”—Julie Cline, Los Angeles Times