The an intimate portrait of Lyndon Johnson Busby, Horace W. 1924-2000 creator Sidey, Hugh 1927- text biography Biographies. txu 2023 First University of Texas Press edition. monographic eng xiv, 226 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm. This book provides a close and personal look at Lyndon B. Johnson’s presidency, narrated by Horace Busby, one of his closest advisors. Busby offers an insider’s perspective on the key events of Johnson’s era, from succeeding John F. Kennedy after his assassination to implementing the Great Society programs aimed at improving social and economic justice in the United States. The book explores the complexities and contradictions of Johnson as a leader—his political savvy, ambition, and charisma, as well as the difficult decisions and controversies he faced, particularly regarding the Vietnam War. Busby details how Johnson sought to balance his idealistic vision for a fairer country with the political and social challenges he encountered. Combining personal memoir, political analysis, and behind-the-scenes stories, the book provides a human and multifaceted portrait of one of the most influential and controversial presidents in American history. Horace Busby ; with a preface by Scott Busby and an introduction by Hugh Sidey. "Briscoe Center for American History." First published: New York : Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2005. n-us--- Johnson, Lyndon B. (Lyndon Baines) 1908-1973 Friends and associates Busby, Horace W 1924-2000 Presidents United States Biography Presidents United States Staff Biography United States Politics and government 1963-1969 E847.2 .B87 2023 973.923092 9781477327470 2022948470 DLC 221020 20250915175445.0 22836618 eng