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Pure Goldwater

John W. Dean and Barry M. Goldwater, Jr.

Palgrave Macmillan, October 2009
ISBN: 978-0-230-61133-7, ISBN10: 0-230-61133-8,
5-5/8 x 8-7/8 inches, 416 pages, 30 b&w photos,

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The legacy of Barry Goldwater, firebrand politician, optimistic conservative, and defining figure in American public life, is more important than ever in an era in which American conservatism has lost its way. This illuminating look at his life assembles the unscripted text of his letters and the private journal he kept for over 50 years, recording his reflections on a rich political and personal life. Bestselling author John Dean here combines his analysis with Goldwater's own words. With unprecedented access to his correspondence, interviews, and behind-the-scenes conversations, Dean sheds new light on the late Senator's thoughts, from Richard Nixon to his growing discomfort with the rise of the extreme right. Pure Goldwater isn't simply a look back at the exceptional life of an icon; it is a guidepost for us to re-evaluate today's politicians and America's future.

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"An invaluable chronicle of the times."--Publishers Weekly (starred review, Web Pick of the Week)

"Of all the books on 'Mr. Conservative,' Pure Goldwater might provide the most realistic insights into his character and thinking. After the birth of Barry Jr., Goldwater started a private journal...that journal is the basis of Pure Goldwater — so, in effect, it is a book written by the senator himself, capturing his most intimate thoughts for those closest to him."--The National Review

“It’s a fitting tribute to a real straight talker, a fine Senator, and one of the most influential conservatives of the past 50 years.”--The National Review

"A sprawling treasure trove . . . Goldwater is worth rediscovering . . . Conservatives--and liberals, too--take note."--Washington Post Book World

"A field guide to the presidential and legislative politics of the middle to late 20th century. Reading Goldwater's descriptions of everything from behind-the-scenes dealings in the Senate or his interactions with Richard Nixon... will provide a literary fix for even the hardest core political junkies... By compiling his writings and publishing many of them in Pure Goldwater, the editors have performed a great public service."--The Washington Times

"The policy thought on display here and throughout the book will by turns delight and infuriate every part of the political spectrum . . . No Goldwater fan can do without a copy . . . readers can get their fix of the unscripted, unghosted conscience of a conservative from Pure Goldwater."--Daniel McCarthy, Reason

"Goldwater's own words are readable, agree with him or not... entries are thoughtful, informed, even scholarly."--Theo Lippman, Jr., The Baltimore Sun

"An engaging memoir... [Goldwater's writings] include funny, salty remarks that add to the folksy style... The editors show Goldwater's ultimate success as being remembered as he hoped to be: 'an honest man who tried his damndest.' Recommended."--Karl Helicher, Library Journal

"Particularly interesting."--Arizona Republic

"Pure Goldwater provides new insights into the man viewed by many as a founding figure in modern American conservatism. There's plain talk on a range of political issues here, but also personal glimpses... the journal entries about President Richard Nixon and Watergate are particularly eye-opening."--The Desert Sun

Praise for Conservatives without Conscience:

"A detailed . . . powerful case in a riveting book."--Los Angeles Times

"Searing . . . an angry indictment."--The Washington Post

"Dean has again amassed evidence of a cancer growing on the presidency."--The New York Times Book Review

Praise for Conservatives without Conscience:

"A detailed . . . powerful case in a riveting book."--Los Angeles Times

"Searing . . . an angry indictment."--The Washington Post

"Dean has again amassed evidence of a cancer growing on the presidency."--The New York Times Book Review

About the Author(s)

By John W. Dean and Barry M. Goldwater Jr.

John Dean is a former Nixon White House counsel and the New York Times-bestselling author of Worse than Watergate and Conservatives without Conscience.

Barry M. Goldwater, Jr. is a former Congressman from California, and is the son of Senator Barry Goldwater.

Preface * Introduction: Why Goldwater Matters Today * PART I - THE EARLY YEARS * Chapter One: The Boy Who Became the Man * Chapter Two: Journals and Opinions * Chapter Three: A Break from Business to Explore Arizona * Chapter Four: Military Life * Chapter Five: Political Beginnings * PART II - THE SENATE: 1952-1965 * Chapter Six: The First Senate Campaign * Chapter Seven: Learning How Washington Worked * Chapter Eight: Playing on the National Stage: 1959-1963 * PART III - AFTER THE 1964 PRESIDENTIAL RACE * Chapter Nine: Setting the Record Straight * Chapter Ten: Seeing the World and Spreading the Word * PART IV - ON NIXON & WATERGATE * Chapter Eleven: Recalling Nixon * Chapter Twelve: Nixon's Presidency: First Term * Chapter Thirteen: Nixon's Presidency: Second Term * Chapter Fourteen: Watergate * PART V - ON IMPORTANT ISSUES * Chapter Fifteen: American Foreign Policy * Chapter Sixteen: On Important Issues * Chapter Seventeen: Retirement Years * Chronology * Acknowledgments * Index

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